Incandescent Electric Lighting: A Practical Description Of The Edison System (1890)

Incandescent Electric Lighting: A Practical Description Of The Edison System (1890) is a book written by L. H. Latimer that provides a comprehensive and practical description of the Edison system of electric lighting. The book was written during a time when electric lighting was a relatively new technology, and the Edison system was at the forefront of its development.The book covers a wide range of topics related to electric lighting, including the principles of electric lighting, the design and construction of incandescent lamps, the installation and maintenance of electric lighting systems, and the economics of electric lighting. It also includes detailed descriptions of the various components of the Edison system, such as generators, transformers, and meters.Latimer's writing style is clear and concise, making the book accessible to a wide range of readers, from professionals in the field of electric lighting to laypeople interested in learning more about this new technology. The book is also illustrated with numerous diagrams and photographs, which help to further clarify the concepts and ideas presented in the text.Overall, Incandescent Electric Lighting: A Practical Description Of The Edison System (1890) is an important historical document that provides valuable insights into the early development of electric lighting technology. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of technology, as well as those working in the field of electric lighting today.To Which Is Added The Design And Operation Of Incandescent Stations And A Paper On The Maximum Efficiency Of Incandescent Lamps.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: L. H. Latimer,C. J. Field,John White Howell
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 142
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.84lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.50d
ISBN: 9781165555277

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