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_aWatch and Clock Escapements : _bA Complete Study in Theory and Practice of the Lever, Cylinder and Chronometer Escapements, Together with a Brief Account of the Origin and Evolution of the Escapement in Horology |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2005 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2005-11-06 | ||
| 508 | _aE-text prepared by Robert Cicconetti, Janet Blenkinship, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team | ||
| 520 | _a"Watch and Clock Escapements" by Anonymous is a detailed technical treatise written in the early 20th century. The work explores in-depth the theory and practice of various escapement mechanisms used in horology, including the lever, cylinder, and chronometer escapements. The book aims to provide readers with both theoretical knowledge and practical drawing instructions necessary for designing and constructing these devices, which are critical in the function of watches and clocks. At the start of the book, the author lays the groundwork for understanding the detached lever escapement, which serves as a focal point for further discussions. The reader is introduced to the basic tools required for making precise drawings of these mechanisms, emphasizing the importance of accuracy in horological design. The opening chapters detail the methodology for drawing components like escape wheels and pallets, explaining the significance of degrees of motion and the calculations needed to ensure functionality. By providing both theoretical and practical insights, the book aims to equip students and practitioners in the field of horology with the knowledge necessary to appreciate and construct these intricate timekeeping mechanisms. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aClocks and watches -- Escapements | ||
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