A text book of geometrical drawing, for the use of mechanics and schools, in which the definitions and rules of geometry are familiarly explained (1849)
Fig. 3 Fu/.L … PLATE XXI. 51 Problem 56. Fig. 4. To apply the Parabola to the construction of Gothic Arches. 1st. Draw Jl. B, and make it equal to the width of the arch at the base.2nd. Bisect A, B in E, draw E, F perpendicular to Jl. B^ and make E. F equal to the height of the arch.3rd. Construct the…