Date of Award
8-1918
Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Arts
Department
Physics
Chief Instructor
A.G. Webster
Keywords
electromagnetic oscillograph, inductance, capacity, drop chronograph, William Duddell
Abstract
Part I: Experiments with a Duddell Oscillograph
Part II: Measurement of Inductance and Capacity with the Drop-chronograph
Part III: Bridge Methods of Measuring Inductance and Capacity
Recommended Citation
Hickman, Clarence N., "Measurement of Inductance and Capacity in Oscillating Circuits" (1918). Historical Dissertations & Theses. 71.
https://commons.clarku.edu/hist_disstheses/71
Comments
Clarence Hickman would go onto work with Robert Goddard in 1918. He would go onto hold 35 military patents, receive the Medal for Merit from President Truman. During his time with Bell Telephone Company, he would acquire 30 patents that ranged from spearheading methods of telephone switching and metal tape recording. Hickman's ultimate passion was his love of archery, and he would become known as the "Father of Scientific Archery" for his contributions to the sport.