Joule's Electro-Magnet (Calorimeter) Apparatus, 1843

Made:
1843 in Salford
inventor:
James Prescott Joule
Joule's original revolving electromagnet (calorimeter) used for

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Joule's original revolving electromagnet (calorimeter) used for determining the mechanical equivalent of heat, 1843.

Details

Category:
Heat
Object Number:
1876-493
Materials:
wood (unidentified), glass, copper (metal), leather, iron, sealing wax and twine
Measurements:
overall: 310 mm x 235 mm x 116 mm, , 1.63kg
type:
calorimeter
credit:
Dr. James Prescott Joule.