Model of Callendar's Sunshine Receiver, 19th Century

SMG00051832

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First model of Callendar's sunshine recorder (bolometer), on slate base with glass dust dome cover, by The Cambridge Scientific Instrument Company Limited, England, 1895-1910.

Details

Category:
Heat
Object Number:
1930-352
Materials:
slate, glass, platinum (metal), wood (unidentified), mica, pitch and brass (copper, zinc alloy)
Measurements:
overall: 185 mm x 225 mm x 225 mm, , 5.795kg
type:
electronic sunshine recorder and bolometer
credit:
Imperial College of Science & Technology