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Mechanical Powers Apparatus consisting of an inclined plane and endless screw
Mechanical Powers Apparatus consisting of an inclined plane and endless screw, complete with original mahogany case, made by George Adams, Fleet Street, London, 1775-1800.
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This apparatus forms a pair with object number 1927-1189. Together they allow the lecturer to demonstrate all of the mechanical powers. This was a popular form of mechanical demonstration in natural philosophy lectures in the period. The apparatus was made by George Adams the Younger.
- Measurements:
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overall: 495 mm x 485 mm x 210 mm, 7.18 kg
- Materials:
- brass (copper, zinc alloy) , steel (metal) and cotton (fibre)
- Object Number:
- 1927-1175 Pt1
- type:
- model - representation
- Image ©
- The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum
