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About this book
In the hopes of "preserving these delightful devices for future generations," this collector of slide rules covers everything one could possibly want to know about this crude form of analog computer: from its invention in the 17th century to manufacturers- retailers, 1850-1998, and the Oughtred Society for collectors. Includes a glossary with biographies, patent data, component specs, dating and valuing, care, historical milestones, and illustrations
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Table of contents
- Preface
- Acknowledgements
- Figures and Tables
- Introduction
- CHAPTER 1 History of the Slide Rule
- CHAPTER 2 Descriptions and Definitions
- CHAPTER 3 Slide Rule Types 1620 - 1850
- CHAPTER 4 Instrument Makers 1620 - 1850
- CHAPTER 5 Slide Rule Types 1850 - 1998
- CHAPTER 6 Slide Rule Manufacturers 1850 - 1998
- APPENDIX 1 Glossary and Biographies
- APPENDIX 2 Key Dates in the History of Slide Rules
- APPENDIX 3 Bibliography
- APPENDIX 4 Patents
- APPENDIX 5 Slide Rule Scales & Gauge Marks
- APPENDIX 6 Dating and Valuing
- APPENDIX 7 Care of Slide Rules
- APPENDIX 8 Historical Context
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