A. W. Haslett
Cambridge University Press
e druk, 2014
9781107418943
Radio round the World
Specificaties
Paperback, 220 blz.
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Engels
Cambridge University Press |
e druk, 2014
ISBN13: 9781107418943
Rubricering
Levertijd ongeveer 8 werkdagen
Samenvatting
First published in 1934, this book provides an accessible introduction to various aspects of radio technology. The text begins with a historical discussion of radio waves and their discovery, before moving on to an examination of the uses of radio in the contexts of broadcasting, medicine, safety at sea, the military and weather forecasts. Illustrative figures are incorporated throughout. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in radio and the history of science.
Specificaties
ISBN13:9781107418943
Taal:Engels
Bindwijze:Paperback
Aantal pagina's:220
Uitgever:Cambridge University Press
Inhoudsopgave
1. Prelude; 2. From prophecy to proof; 3. Radio round the world; 4. Up in the sky; 5. The sun calls the tune; 6. The future and ultra-short waves; 7. Television; 8. Radio and medicine; 9. Radio and safety at sea; 10. Radio in war; 11. Radio and the weather forecaster; Appendix on the radio valve; Index.