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Lammot du Pont notes concerning powder samples ordered by Major Peter V. Hagner, 1860-1861

Dates

  • Creation: 1860-1861

Scope and Contents

Includes: tabulations of ratio of gravemetric density to specific gravity of powder, a note on sieves and tabulation of mixing, a note on Smith & Rand powder, experiments on blasting powder, list of deficient canisters, a note on experiments on density of powder pressed in horizontal presses, and tabulation marked "index" giving number, case, shelf, and remarks.

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Extent

From the Collection: 0.6 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

From the Collection: French

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