Author: Gilbert Hackforth-Jones
Frank Gilbert Hackforth-Jones entered Osborne Naval College as a cadet in 1914. He was a midshipman on the battleship Emperor of India during World War I. In 1920, he was transferred to submarines, and became Commander of four submarines before his retirement in 1936. He was recalled for World War II, and served in the Technical Branch. He wrote many books, most of which are set on or under the sea. He also wrote several children's books.
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Earle Buckingham
Prof. Earle Buckingham is one of the founders of the theory of gearing and
gear design and made significant contributions to this area. His monographs
gained him international recognition in addition to the great respect he had
already earned in English-speaking countries.
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