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Lecture on Stephen Grays discoveries in electricity
A lecture at the Charterhouse, London on Stephen Grays discoveries in electricity. In the early eighteenth century, Gray demonstrated that charges of electricity could be conducted by some materials

Customs inspection with X-rays, World War I
An officer examines a bale of cotton with an X-ray machine to try and detect contraband during World War I in March 1915

Sniffer Cats at Customs
At a London customs office, two cats on the payroll at 3d a day, to detect smuggled goods

Illustration depicting a Galvanometer showing magnet and rotating coil. A galvanometer is an electromechanical
5311474 Illustration depicting a Galvanometer showing magnet and rotating coil. A galvanometer is an electromechanical instrument used for detecting and indicating electric current

Electroscope fitted with microscope, used in the Curies' laboratory, Paris, to detect presence of radioactivity
537804 Electroscope fitted with microscope, used in the Curies' laboratory, Paris, to detect presence of radioactivity

X-ray had proven useful in World War One, for locating bullets and foreign bodies in wounded men and also detection of any contraband

New Ideas for using X-Rays for Medical use WWI
Used in the British, French and Russian military hospitals the Kompact, apparatus, to find foreign bodies in wounded soldiers

Kenny Meadows: The Auctioneer (engraving)
5989588 Kenny Meadows: The Auctioneer (engraving) by Meadows, Joseph Kenny (1770-1874) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Auctioneer)

Rifle Making for the British Army (b / w photo)
1056857 Rifle Making for the British Army (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rifle Making for the British Army)

Hide and Seek at Westminster, "Thought Reading"by Mr Irving Bishop (engraving)
1061690 Hide and Seek at Westminster, " Thought Reading" by Mr Irving Bishop (engraving) by Hall, Sydney Prior (1842-1922) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

United States Air Force - Boeing WB-29 Superfortress
United States Air Force - Boeing WB-29-90-BW Superfortress 44-87744 (msn12547), force landed at Moses Point Airport, Elim, Alaska due to two in-flight engine failures

An early bomb disposal method to detect unexploded bombs
French soldier holding an electrical induction balance, capable of detecting buried explosive shells. These shells had been causing large numbers of casualties to civilian agricultural workers

Portrait of a Burchells zebra (Equus quagga burchellii) standing on a grassy bank on the savanna at the Grumeti Serengeti Tented Camp, turning and looking round; Grumeti, Tanzania

Close-up of a brown bear (Ursus arctos horribilis) pouncing in the water fishing for salmon; Katmai National Park and Preserve, Alaska, United States of America

Brown bear (Ursus arctos horribilis) standing up on the shore next to a tree looking at the camera in Brooks Falls; Katmai National Park and Preserve, Alaska, United States of America

Portrait of a young, Coastal Brown Bear (Ursus arctos horribilis) walking at low tide while digging clams in Geographic Harbor; Katmai National Park and Preserve, Alaska, United States of America

Coyote standing in a field brush looking at camera through the falling snow, YNP, USA
Lone coyote (Canis latrans) standing in the middle of a field of brush looking at camera through the falling snow; Yellowstone National Park, United States of America

Portrait of a coyote standing in the grass looking back over its shoulder, YNP, USA
View taken from behind of a coyote (Canis latrans) standing in the grass looking back over its shoulder; Yellowstone National Park, United States of America

Portrait of pronghorn antelope buck in warm light, YNP, USA
View taken from behind of a close-up portrait of a pronghorn antelope buck (Antilocapra americana) in warm light; Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, United States of America

Red Fox portrait in winter, YNP, USA
Portrait of a red fox (Vulpes vulpes) standing in the snow looking at camera; Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, United States of America

Two southern giraffes standing in the golden long grass at the Gabus Game Ranch, Namibia
Portrait of two southern giraffes (Giraffa camelopardalis angolensis) looking at the camera and standing in the golden long grass on the savanna at sunrise on the Gabus Game Ranch; Otavi

Snow-covered coyote standing in a snowbank looking back at camera, Yellowstone National Park, USA
Portrait of a snow-covered coyote (Canis latrans) standing in a snowbank in the falling snow looking back at camera; Yellowstone National Park, United States of America

Coyote standing in a snowbank looking back at camera, Yellowstone National Park, USA
View taken from behind of a coyote (Canis latrans) standing in a snowbank in the falling snow looking back at camera; Yellowstone National Park, United States of America

Brown bear (Ursus arctos) standing along shore in Glacier Bay National Park, SE Alaska, Alaska, USA
Portrait of a brown bear (Ursus arctos) standing in front of a rocky cliff face along the shore in Glacier Bay National Park; Southeast Alaska, Alaska, United States of America

Snow covered American bison looking back and roaming the fields in winter, YNP, Wyoming, USA
View taken from behind a snow covered American bison (Bison bison) looking back at the camera while roaming the snowy fields in Yellowstone National Park in winter; Wyoming, United States of America

Cattle farming, vet pregnancy detecting cow using ultrasonic scanner and headset to see image in glasses, Cumbria, England, November

Portrait Man 1647 Oil wood Oval 26 1 / 4 x 21 5 / 8
Artokoloro

Source Size = 3757 x 4889
HIDE AND SEEK AT WESTMINSTER, LONDON, " THOUGHT-READING" BY MR. IRVING BISHOP; 1. Mr. Bishop, Himself, Begs Everybody to Detect Him in Fraud, if Posssible. 2

Water or metal divining has always been looked upon with some scepticism - since few people have been able to carry the task out using the age old method of a hazel twig

Cattle farming, electronic calving thermometer, which is placed inside cow and sends signal to mobile phone to let farmer know when cow is calving, with electronic receiver, England, November

Cattle farming, farmer recieving text message from electronic thermometer, letting him know cow is calving, England, November

Picture No. 10891058
Scientists at the laboratory marking Petioles - petioles are painted to detect easier twisting motion on films Date:

Electroscope fitted with microscope, used in the Curies laboratory, Paris, to detect presence of radioactivity. Engraving published 1904

Man using metal detector on beach, near Granville, Manche, Normandy, France, December

Man using metal detector in field, Llanfair Llanfair Talhaiarn, Conwy, North Wales, February

Dairy farming, Holstein dairy cows, with heat detector on back of one, resting in wooden cubicle house, North Yorkshire, England, March

Dairy farming, herdsman putting electronic radio collar on cow, which detects when it is on heat, England, November

Grey Wolf (Canis lupus) adult, sniffing tree trunk to detect other wolves scent markings, in snow, Minnesota, U. S. A
Grey Wolf (Canis lupus) adult, sniffing tree trunk to detect other wolves scent markings, in snow, Minnesota, U.S.A. January (captive)

Women in industry. Tool production. Inspecting thousands of drills each day, women employed by a large Midwest drill and tool company must learn to detect the tiniest flaw in these vital machine

Getting out the paravanes on entering a minefield, WW1
The crew of a ship getting out the paravanes on entering a minefield during the First World War. The paravane is towed underwater in order to detect the presence of mines

Lowering a paravane on entering a minefield, WW1
Lowering a paravane on entering a minefield during the First World War. The paravane is towed underwater in order to detect the presence of mines. Date: 1914-1918

Here comes the Bogey Man. How you detect a good golfer from the ordinary men in the street. Please note: Credit must appear as Courtesy of the Estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/ILN/Mary Evans

Cape Aardvark
Orycteropus species - Cape Aardvark : despite defective sight, the aardvark survives thanks to its sense of smell, which can detect an ant or termite however concealed

Electro-magnetic surgery
A tool to aid surgeons in the operating theatre. A electro-magnetic machine to detect and remove metal particles from wounds

Portable Searchlight
A soldier equipped with a portable searchlight can detect an enemy at night - though in this instance, all he has detected is a poacher trapping a rabbit

Prices Device
Investigator Harry Price with the electric control he devised to detect movements of the mediums hands and feet during a seance

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"Detect: Unveiling the Hidden Secrets" Customs inspection with X-rays: Peering into the depths of packages, revealing their true contents and ensuring safety at borders. World War I's Revolutionary Discovery: Stephen Gray's lecture on electricity, enlightening minds and paving the way for a new era of scientific understanding. Sniffer Cats at Customs: Feline detectives using their keen sense of smell to protect against illegal substances and keep our borders secure. The Bullet Locator: X-ray technology proves its worth in World War I by aiding in pinpointing hidden bullets, saving countless lives on the battlefield. Medical Marvels Born from WWI: Innovations in utilizing X-rays for medical purposes emerge as a result of wartime necessity, revolutionizing healthcare forever. Kenny Meadows: The Auctioneer (engraving): A captivating portrayal capturing the essence of an auctioneer's ability to detect value amidst chaos and excitement. Rifle Making for the British Army (b/w photo): Meticulous craftsmanship combined with expert knowledge enables skilled artisans to create powerful weapons that can detect targets from afar. Hide and Seek at Westminster - "Thought Reading" by Mr Irving Bishop (engraving): Astonishing mental acuity showcased as mind readers astound audiences with their uncanny ability to detect thoughts during thrilling performances. United States Air Force - Boeing WB-29 Superfortress: Cutting-edge aircraft equipped with advanced detection systems ensure national security through surveillance capabilities beyond imagination. Bomb Disposal Breakthroughs: Early methods employed to detect unexploded bombs demonstrate bravery and ingenuity in protecting communities from potential disaster zones. Cattle Farming Advancements: Veterinarians utilize ultrasonic scanners and headsets, enabling them to accurately detect pregnancy in cows while providing exceptional care in Cumbria's picturesque landscapes. Portrait of a Burchell's Zebra.