Mechanical model illustrating the principle of the cyclotron

Mechanical model illustrating the principle of the cyclotron, with 'Klaxon' geared 110 volt AC motor in fitted wooden crate with handles, made by Science Museum workshops for demonstration purposes, 1946.

Details

Category:
Nuclear Physics
Object Number:
1946-1
Materials:
brass (copper, zinc alloy), steel (metal), copper (metal), pine (wood) and electrical components
Measurements:
overall (model): 300 mm x 700 mm x 300 mm, 20 kg
overall (crate): 360 mm x 760 mm x 395 mm, 10 kg
type:
physics demonstration equipment and particle accelerator