Evaluation of Scientific Sources in Mechanics
| Author | : Francesco dell'Isola |
| Publisher | : Springer Nature |
| Total Pages | : 377 |
| Release | : 2021-08-12 |
| ISBN-10 | : 9783030805500 |
| ISBN-13 | : 3030805506 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (506 Downloads) |
Download or read book Evaluation of Scientific Sources in Mechanics written by Francesco dell'Isola and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2021-08-12 with total page 377 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book evaluates the importance of various historical sources and discusses their role in the creation and transmission of scientific knowledge. It presents an annotated translation of the introductory words given by Johan Ludvig Heiberg to his translation of the works of Archimedes. Further, it offers English translations of and commentaries on selected fundamental works by Ernst Hellinger and Gabrio Piola, which lay the groundwork for the modern theory of advanced materials, and also examines the criteria used to evaluate scientific works.
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