9781332015979 - High-Explosive Shell Manufacture: A Comprehensive Treatise on the Forging, Machining and Heat-Treatment of High-Explosive Shells and the Manufacture ... for Tool Eq... (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. Dive into the fascinating world of early 20th-century munitions manufacturing with this comprehensive treatise on high-explosive shell production. At a time when the demand for weaponry was escalating, the author provides a detailed exploration of the processes involved in forging, machining, and heat-treating high-explosive shells, along with the manufacturing of cartridge cases, primers, and fuses. This book delves into the intricate details of tool equipment, machine setup methods, and the development of powders, high explosives, and fulminates. It meticulously examines the challenges faced by manufacturers during this pivotal period in history. With its in-depth analysis of various shell types used by different governments, including the British 18-pounder, the French 75-millimeter, and the Russian 3-inch, the book offers valuable insights into the evolution of artillery technology. Exploring the complexities of fuses, primers, and propelling charges, the author sheds light on the scientific advancements that revolutionized warfare. The book's exploration of explosive materials like black gunpowder, smokeless powder, and high explosives provides a deeper understanding of the chemical reactions and destructive power behind these weapons. This historical account of high-explosive shell manufacturing offers a captivating glimpse into a transformative era of weaponry development, highlighting the ingenuity and challenges faced by those who shaped the landscape of modern warfare. 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.