Collection

Ron Francis Photographic Studio negative 6170/B

PART OF:: Photographic prints documenting the development of the Oscillogyro

Made:: 1964

part of archive:: Collection of papers relating to the development of the Ferranti oscillogyro

maker:: Alford, Derek William; Francis, Ron

Black and white photographic print annotated on the reverse: "Original Experimental Oscillogyro Symetrical Beam and Twin Elastic Hinge Design, that was found to be susceptible to hairline cracks on assembly when tested. This is the first trial assembly incorporating machined plastic parts to prove the basic design and enable some testing to start whilst waiting for long lead special ceramic seals, beam plates and other parts to be delivered from specialist suppliers."

Details

Identifier:: 2022-235/8/1

Access:: Open access.

copyright:: Copies may be supplied in accordance with current copyright legislation and Science Museum Group terms and conditions. Copyright ownership has been retained by the photographer.

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Collection of papers relating to the development of the Ferranti oscillogyro