Hydraulics

Hydraulics: The Flow Of Water Through Orifices, Over Weirs, And Through Open Conduits And Pipes is a book written by Hamilton Smith Jr. and originally published in 1886. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the principles of hydraulics, focusing specifically on the flow of water through various types of channels and structures. The book covers a wide range of topics related to hydraulics, including the properties of water, the calculation of flow rates, the design of hydraulic structures, and the measurement of water flow. The author provides detailed explanations of the various types of orifices, weirs, conduits, and pipes that are commonly used in hydraulic systems, as well as the mathematical formulas and calculations that are used to analyze and design these structures.Throughout the book, the author provides numerous examples and case studies to illustrate the principles of hydraulics in practice. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both students and professionals in the field of hydraulics. Overall, Hydraulics: The Flow Of Water Through Orifices, Over Weirs, And Through Open Conduits And Pipes is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the principles of hydraulics and the design of hydraulic systems. Its historical significance, as one of the earliest books on the subject, makes it an important reference for scholars and researchers in the field.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.