Demonstration radio receiver

Made:
1926 in United Kingdom
maker:
Unknown
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Demonstration broadcast receiver, unsigned, United Kingdom, 1926

The BBC’s development section, led by Harold L Kirke, produced this radio for the Science Museum. It was used to demonstrate the new technology to visitors.

Details

Category:
Radio Communication
Object Number:
1926-1076
Materials:
asbestos, glass, steel (metal), metal (unknown), bakelite, copper (metal), brass (copper, zinc alloy), plastic (unidentified), aluminium (metal) and electronic components
Measurements:
overall: 300 mm x 600 mm x 250 mm, Wt. 20kg (all estimated)
type:
radio receiver
credit:
British Broadcasting Corporation.