Publisher's Synopsis
Lectures on Compass Adjustment is a book written by William Robert Martin in 1906. The book is a collection of lectures that were originally given to the navigating officers of the Royal Navy. The lectures cover the process of compass adjustment, which is the process of calibrating a compass to ensure that it accurately indicates magnetic north. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of compass adjustment. The first chapter provides an introduction to the subject and covers the basic principles of magnetism. The following chapters cover topics such as the construction of compasses, the effects of magnetic deviation, and the methods used to correct for these deviations. The book also includes detailed instructions for conducting compass adjustments, including step-by-step procedures and diagrams. The instructions are written in a clear and concise manner, making them easy to follow for both novice and experienced navigators. Overall, Lectures on Compass Adjustment is a comprehensive guide to the process of compass adjustment, written by an experienced navigator and lecturer. The book is a valuable resource for anyone involved in navigation, from sailors to pilots to hikers.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.
