Circular radiological slide rule

Made:: 1955-1965 in Borehamwood

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Circular radiological slide rule designed by Dr M
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Circular radiological slide rule designed by Dr M.Simon for calcuating correct X-ray exposures by weight. Presented by Philips Electrical Limited [Medical X-ray Division] and manufactured by Millett Levens (Engravers) Limited.

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Category:: Mathematics

Object Number:: 1998-671

Materials:: plastic, brass and complete

Measurements:: overall: 7 x 123 x 125 mm

type:: circular slide rule (radiological)

credit:: Dr A.M.K. Thomas

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Circular radiological slide rule

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