Ancient Chinese Technology

Author : Jun Wenren
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2014-10-29
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781136267871

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Ancient Chinese Encyclopedia of Technology by Jun Wenren Pdf

This book presents the first translation into English of the full text of the Kaogong ji. This classic work, described by the great scholar of the history of Chinese science and technology Joseph Needham as "the most important document for the study of ancient Chinese technology", dates from the fifth century BC and forms part of the Zhouli (The Rites of the Zhou Dynasty), one of the great Confucian classics. The text itself describes the techniques of working and the technologies used by over twenty different kinds of craftsmen and artificers, such as metal workers, chariot makers, weapon makers, music instrument makers, potters and master builders. This edition, besides providing the full text in English, also provides a substantial introduction and other supporting explanatory material, over one hundred illustrations of ancient Chinese artefacts, and the original Chinese text itself.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 654 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 1983
Category : History
ISBN : STANFORD:36105003967747

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Ancient China's Technology and Science by Anonim Pdf

"China's achievements in science and technology are among the most impressive aspects of her rich cultural past. Before the 15th century, her scientific developments often far surpassed those of the West. Shipbuilding, mathematics, alchemy, city planning, tea growing, carriage building and earthquake forecasting are just a few of the 47 areas explored here."

Author : Yinke Deng
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 163 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2011-03-03
Category : History
ISBN : 9780521186926

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Ancient Chinese Inventions by Yinke Deng Pdf

Ancient Chinese Inventions provides an illustrated introduction to the numerous scientific and technological inventions to which China can lay claim.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : World Scientific
Page : 818 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2021-02-04
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789811229787

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Development History Of Ancient Chinese Glass Technology by Anonim Pdf

Worldwide research on ancient glass began in the early 20th century. A consensus has been reached in the community of Archaeology that the first manmade or synthetic glasses, based on archaeological findings, originated in the Middle East during the 5000-3000's BC. By contrast, the manufacturing technology of pottery and ceramics were well developed in ancient China. The earliest pottery and ceramics dates back to the Shang Dynasty - the Zhou Dynasty (1700 BC-770 BC), while the earliest ancient glass artifacts unearthed in China dates back to the Western Han Dynasty. Utilizing the state-of-the art analytical and spectroscopic methods, the recent findings demonstrate that China had already developed its own glassmaking technology at latest since 200 BC. There are two schools of viewpoint on the origin of ancient Chinese glass. The more common one believes that ancient Chinese glass originated from the import of glassmaking technology from the West as a result of Sino-West trade exchanges in the Western Han Dynasty (206 BC-25 AD). The other scientifically demonstrates that homemade ancient Chinese glass with unique domestic formula containing both PbO and BaO were made as early as in the Pre-Qin Period or even the Warring States Period (770 BC-221 BC), known as Yousha or Faience.This English version of the previously published Chinese book entitled Development History of Ancient Chinese Glass Technology is for universities and research institutes where various research and educational activities of ancient glass and history are conducted. With 18 chapters, the scope of this book covers very detailed information on scientifically based findings of ancient Chinese glass development and imports and influence of foreign glass products as well as influence of the foreign glass manufacturing processes through the trade exchanges along the Silk Road(s).

Author : Robert Greenberger
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 56 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2006-01-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1404205586

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The Technology of Ancient China by Robert Greenberger Pdf

Describes the technology used by the ancient Chinese to help with agriculture, communication, calculations, transportation, medicine, and warfare.

Author : Yinke Deng,邓荫柯
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 155 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Inventions
ISBN : 7508516893

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Ancient Chinese Inventions by Yinke Deng,邓荫柯 Pdf

Author : Charlie Samuels
Publisher : Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
Page : 50 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2013-08-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781433996276

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Technology in Ancient China by Charlie Samuels Pdf

The ingenuity of China has been evident in their technology for thousands of years. People in ancient China are responsible for many significant breakthroughs, including gunpowder, paper, and the compass. Readers will be introduced to the ancient beginnings of China’s technological dominance through some of their greatest achievements in farming, astronomy, and metalworking, while a timeline guides them through ancient Chinese history. Vivid photographs and historical images augment information about the building of the Great Wall and the Grand Canal, among other technological advances. Sidebars accompanying each section add even more detail to the informative social studies and science content. Whether interested in the development of money or early writing, readers will find the advances of ancient China captivating.

Author : Yongxiang Lu
Publisher : Springer
Page : 491 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2014-10-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783662442579

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A History of Chinese Science and Technology by Yongxiang Lu Pdf

A History of Chinese Science and Technology (Volumes 1, 2 & 3) presents 44 individual lectures, beginning with Ancient Chinese Science and Technology in the Process of Human Civilizations and an Overview of Chinese Science and Technology, and continuing with in-depth discussions of several issues in the History of Science and the Needham Puzzle, interspersed with topics on Astronomy, Arithmetic, Agriculture and Medicine, The Four Great Inventions, and various technological areas closely related to clothing, food, shelter and transportation. This book is the most authoritative work on the history of Chinese Science and Technology. It is the Winner of the China Book Award, the Shanghai Book Award (1st prize), and the Classical China International Publishing Project (GAPP, General Administration of Press and Publication of China) and offers an essential resource for academic researchers and non-experts alike. It originated with a series of 44 lectures presented to top Chinese leaders, which received very positive feedback. Written by top Chinese scholars in their respective fields from the Institute for the History of Natural Sciences, Chinese Academy of Sciences and many other respected Chinese organizations, the book is intended for scientists, researchers and postgraduate students working in the history of science, philosophy of science and technology, and related disciplines. Yongxiang Lu is a professor, former president and member of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) and Chinese Academy of Engineering (CAE), and Vice Chairman of the National Congress of China.

Author : Jason Greenling
Publisher : Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC
Page : 66 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2016-12-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781502622365

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The Technology of Ancient China by Jason Greenling Pdf

Many millennia ago, Ancient China was a leader of technological development. It is responsible for producing some of the world’s first paper, as well as the art of calligraphy. That is not all, however. This book delves into the history of Ancient China and describes other great innovations for which the culture is known.

Author : Fan Dainian,Robert S. Cohen
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 483 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2013-03-09
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789401587174

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Chinese Studies in the History and Philosophy of Science and Technology by Fan Dainian,Robert S. Cohen Pdf

The articles in this collection were all selected from the first five volumes of the Journal of Dialectics of Nature published by the Chinese Academy of Sciences between 1979 and 1985. The Journal was established in 1979 as a comprehensive theoretical publication concerning the history, philosophy and sociology of the natural sciences. It began publication as a response to China's reform, particularly the policy of opening to the outside world. Chinese scholars began to undertake distinctive, original research in these fields. This collection provides a cross-section of their efforts during the initial phase. To enable western scholars to understand the historical process of this change in Chinese academics, Yu Guangyuan's `On the Emancipation of the Mind' and Xu Liangying's `Essay on the Role of Science and Democracy in Society' have been included in this collection. Three of the papers included on the philosophy of science are discussions of philosophical issues in cosmology and biology by scientists themselves. The remaining four are written by philosophers of science and discuss information and cognition, homeostasis and Chinese traditional medicine, the I Ching (Yi Jing) and mathematics, etc. Papers have been selected on the history of both classical and modern science and technology, the most distinctive of which are macro-comparisons of the development of science in China and the west. Some papers discuss the issue of the demarcation of periods in the history of science, the history of ancient Chinese mathematics, astronomy, metallurgy, machinery, medicine, etc. Others discuss the history of modern physics and biology, the history of historiography of science in China and the history of regional development of Chinese science and technology. Also included are biographies of three post-eighteenth-century Chinese scholars, Li Shanlan (1811-1882), Hua Hengfang (1833–1902), and Cai Yuanpei (1868–1940), who contributed greatly to the introduction of western science and scholarship to China. In addition, three short papers have been included introducing the interactions between Chinese scholars and three great western scientists, Niels Bohr, Norbert Wiener, and Robert A. Millikan.

Author : Yongxiang Lu
Publisher : Springer
Page : 624 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2014-10-20
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783662441633

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A History of Chinese Science and Technology by Yongxiang Lu Pdf

A History of Chinese Science and Technology (Voulumes 1, 2 & 3) presents 44 individual lectures, beginning with Ancient Chinese Science and Technology in the Process of Human Civilizations and An Overview of Ancient Chinese Science and Technology, and continuing with in-depth discussions of several issues in the history of science and the Needham Puzzle, interspersed with topics on Astronomy, Arithmetic, Agriculture, and Medicine, The Four Great Inventions, and various technological areas closely related to clothing, food, shelter, and transportation. This book is the most authoritative work on the history of Chinese Science and Technology. It is the Winner of the China Book Award, the Shanghai Book Award (1st prize), and the China Classics International (State Administration of Press, Publication, Radio, Film and Television of The People’s Republic of China) and offers an essential resource for academic researchers and non-experts alike. It originated with a series of 44 lectures presented to top Chinese leaders, which received very positive feedback. Written by top Chinese scholars in their respective fields from the Institute for the History of Nature Sciences, Chinese Academic Sciences and many other respected Chinese organizations, the book is intended for scientists, researchers and postgraduate students working in the history of science, philosophy of science and technology, and related disciplines. Yongxiang Lu is a professor, former president and member of the Chinese Academy of Sciences.

Author : Lindsey Lowe
Publisher : Discovering Ancient Technology
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2023-07-30
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 150266934X

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Discovering the Technology of Ancient China by Lindsey Lowe Pdf

Some of the most important technological advancements of the ancient world happened in China. The decimal system, moveable type for printing, and the umbrella were first used by the ancient Chinese. Readers discover these and other fun facts about technology in ancient China with the help of main text and sidebars that supplement both social studies and STEM curriculum topics. Photographs and illustrations show many of these scientific and engineering feats in remarkable detail--from the Great Wall to the unique boats known as junks. Readers are sure to be fascinated by the ancient Chinese inventions we still use today.

Author : Jennifer Culp
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 50 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2016-07-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781477788998

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Ancient Chinese Technology by Jennifer Culp Pdf

The ancient Chinese were an innovative and creative people who developed some of the inventions we still use today. From fireworks to folding umbrellas, this thought-provoking volume highlights some of the most fascinating technological developments of the time. Readers will be riveted by the engaging text, vivid photographs, and detailed explanations of the progression of technology throughout this pioneering age. The text covers ancient Chinese advances in warfare, metallurgy, porcelain, silk, paper, tea, and more. Lively text will keep readers interested and leave them eager to learn more.

Author : James Strapp
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 150 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2015-06-01
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781317460152

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Science and Technology by James Strapp Pdf

A survey and critique of the major theories of financial crises. This second edition covers the period from 1985 and the stock market crash of 1987, the collapse of the S&L industry, the severe problems of US commercial banks, and the increasing risks posed by junk bonds.

Author : Jueming Hua,Lisheng Feng
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 864 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2020-12-14
Category : History
ISBN : 9789811565250

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Thirty Great Inventions of China by Jueming Hua,Lisheng Feng Pdf

The book presents thirty great Chinese inventions, both ancient and modern, which are original, distinct, have made outstanding contributions and had extensive influence in China and around the globe. It also clarifies the misunderstandings and provides a clear definition and classification of the evaluation criteria for great inventions. Each invention is presented with color pictures and comprehensive discussions. The book not only offers readers the fascinating stories behind the greatest inventions of all time from China, such as the compass, paper, and tea making & planting, but also allows them to be inspired by the great Chinese inventors’ inherent spirit of innovation and creativity.