Thomas Commerford Martin

Inventions, Researches and Writings of Nikola Tesla

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Produktbeschreibung

""The Inventions, Researches and Writings of Nikola Tesla"" is a comprehensive collection of the works of one of the most brilliant inventors and scientists of the 20th century. Written by Thomas Commerford Martin, a journalist who was a close friend of Tesla, the book covers Tesla's life and career, including his early experiments with electricity, his work with alternating current, and his groundbreaking inventions in the fields of wireless communication and energy transmission.The book includes a detailed biography of Tesla, as well as a wealth of technical information about his inventions and discoveries. It also features a number of Tesla's own writings, including articles, lectures, and patents, which provide a fascinating insight into his thought processes and the development of his ideas.Throughout the book, Martin provides a clear and concise overview of Tesla's work and its significance, making it accessible to both lay readers and experts in the field. With its detailed descriptions of Tesla's inventions and the scientific principles behind them, ""The Inventions, Researches and Writings of Nikola Tesla"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of science and technology.1894. Probably the most comprehensive book about Tesla's work and fully illustrated!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.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 512
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. April 1996
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 280mm x 210mm x 27mm
• Gewicht: 1239g
• ISBN-13: 9781564597113
• ISBN-10: 1564597113
• Artikelnr.: 22412521

Autorenporträt

Thomas Commerford Martin was a British-American electrical engineer, writer, and editor known for his influential contributions to the popularization and documentation of scientific innovation in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Born in London on July 22, 1856, he grew up in an environment steeped in technological advancement. His father, who worked with Lord Kelvin and other early pioneers in submarine telegraphy, played a significant role in shaping Martin s early interest in electricity and engineering. Thomas Martin later participated in work aboard the SS Great Eastern, a ship renowned for laying undersea cables, giving him firsthand experience with one of the era s most critical technologies. After moving to the United States, Martin became a vital figure in the world of electrical engineering journalism. He served as the editor of the Electrical World and played a crucial role in chronicling the progress of figures like Nikola Tesla. His most famous publication, which compiled Tesla s inventions and writings, became a landmark work in engineering literature. Through his editorial and technical efforts, Martin bridged the gap between emerging scientific knowledge and the broader public. He died on May 17, 1924, leaving behind a legacy of scientific communication and historical preservation. His parents names are not publicly recorded.