Who Invented The Screw Propeller? Were The Patented Propellers Of Francis Pettit Smith In Every Respect Direct Plagerisms? (1858)

""Who Invented The Screw Propeller? Were The Patented Propellers Of Francis Pettit Smith In Every Respect Direct Plagerisms?"" is a book written by James Nicol in 1858. The book explores the history of the invention of the screw propeller and the controversy surrounding Francis Pettit Smith's patented propellers. Nicol delves into the origins of the screw propeller and the various individuals who contributed to its development, including John Ericsson and John Stevens. The book also examines the claims made by Smith regarding his patented propellers and whether they were original inventions or plagiarisms of previous designs. Nicol provides a detailed analysis of Smith's patents and compares them to earlier propeller designs, ultimately concluding that Smith's propellers were not entirely original. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of marine propulsion and the development of the screw propeller.Being A Statement Of Facts.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.