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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This detailed volume presents data gathered from observations conducted with the Transit and Mural Circle instruments throughout 1849, 1850, and 1851, at the historic Cambridge Observatory. The data focuses on highly accurate measurements of celestial objects, including observations of the Sun, Moon, and visible planets of the solar system. The author explains the theory and methodology of the measurements made, with accompanying tables showcasing the minute measurements and calculations made using the instruments. The astronomical observations presented here contribute to the wider efforts to define a precise and uniform system for measuring and categorizing celestial observations, enabling astronomers to collaborate more effectively and build on each other's work. The book also includes detailed accounts of technical adjustments, instrument maintenance, and the meticulous calculations that ensure these observations remain valuable for astronomical research. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781334032172_0
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