High Explosives: Their Manufacture, Handling, Storage, And Use (1920) - Paperback

by E I Du Pont de Nemours and Company (Author)

High Explosives: Their Manufacture, Handling, Storage, and Use is a comprehensive guide to the production and use of high explosives. Written by the E. I. Du Pont De Nemours And Company in 1920, this book provides a detailed look at the chemistry and physics of explosives, as well as the safety precautions necessary for their manufacture, handling, and storage. The book begins with an overview of the different types of explosives, including dynamite, gunpowder, and nitroglycerin. It then delves into the chemical reactions that occur during the manufacture of explosives, including the use of nitric acid and sulfuric acid. The second section of the book focuses on the handling and storage of explosives. It covers topics such as the transportation of explosives, the design of storage facilities, and the safety precautions necessary for handling explosives. The final section of the book discusses the use of explosives in various industries, including mining, construction, and warfare. It provides detailed instructions for the use of explosives in these industries, as well as safety guidelines for workers. Overall, High Explosives: Their Manufacture, Handling, Storage, and Use is a valuable resource for anyone involved in the production or use of explosives. Its detailed explanations and safety guidelines make it an essential reference for engineers, chemists, and other professionals in the explosives industry.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.