On the Nature of Movement in General
(1) Mathematics in Naples, Naples, Italy Deceased Having to deal with the force and energy of the act of percussion, I will at first as shortly and as clearly…
The Velocity Transmitted in Elastic and Not Absolutely Hard Bodies by a Striking Blow Is Not Impressed in One Instant but in Several Successive Instants of the Time
(1) Mathematics in Naples, Naples, Italy Deceased Hitherto we supposed a perfect hardness and rigidity as well in the body delivering the blow as in the struck body. Now…
On the Causes and Principles of Movement
(1) Mathematics in Naples, Naples, Italy Deceased It is certainly astonishing that the cause provoking something as obvious and always perceptible by our senses as is movement be so…
Wounds and Injuries
6 Wounds and Injuries Introduction A wound is generally considered to be a skin injury, caused by some external force, that may extend to deeper tissues. However, external forces may…
Firearms Injuries
8 Firearms Injuries Introduction Every year, millions of animals are shot. Most of this shooting is sanctioned by society and is not illegal. Veterinarians may, however, become involved in cases…
Traps and Snares
11 Traps and Snares Introduction Traps of various designs have been used since humankind learned to hunt. They form an important part of the arsenal of methods employed, worldwide, to…
Thermal Injuries
7 Thermal Injuries Introduction Thermal injuries are caused by: • Direct (contact) heat such as a flame, hot surface (including electrocution burns) or hot liquid • Radiant heat, e.g. a…
Asphyxia and Drowning
9 Asphyxia and Drowning Introduction The term asphyxia covers a number of conditions that result in interference with uptake and utilisation of oxygen and elimination of carbon dioxide. Asphyxia can…
Bite Injuries
12 Bite Injuries Introduction There are two immediate issues to be addressed when examining an animal with possible bite injuries. The first is to decide whether the lesions are the…
