The Emission of Electricity from Hot Bodies (1916)

The Emission of Electricity from Hot Bodies is a scientific book written by O.W. Richardson and published in 1916. The book explores the phenomenon of the emission of electricity from hot bodies, which was a relatively new and exciting area of research at the time. The author delves into the theoretical and experimental aspects of the subject, discussing the various mechanisms by which electricity is emitted from hot bodies, including thermionic emission and field emission. The book also covers the historical development of the field, as well as its practical applications, such as the use of thermionic valves in early radio technology. Overall, The Emission of Electricity from Hot Bodies is a comprehensive and informative work that provides a detailed insight into an important area of scientific research in the early 20th century.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.