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The History of Celestial Navigation - Rise of the Royal Observatory and Nautical Almanacs (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2020)
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The History of Celestial Navigation - Rise of the Royal Observatory and Nautical Almanacs (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2020)
Series: Historical & Cultural Astronomy
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This edited volume charts the history of celestial navigation over
the course of five centuries. Written by a group of historians and
scientists, it analyzes how competing navigation systems,
technologies, and institutions emerged and developed, with a focus
on the major players in the US and the UK. The history covers the
founding of the Royal Observatory; the first printing of a Nautical
Almanac; the founding of the US and UK Nautical Almanac Offices;
the creation of international standards for reference systems and
astronomical constants; and the impact of 20th century technology
on the field, among other topics. Additionally, the volume analyzes
the present role and status of celestial navigation, particularly
with respect to modern radio and satellite navigation systems. With
its diverse authorship and nontechnical language, this book will
appeal to any reader interested in the history of science,
technology, astronomy, and navigation over the ages.
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