Devices Collection (page 16)

Kenilworth / Amy & Earl L
What... does that emblem signify? Countess Amy examines the various noble devices and jewels worn by her husband the Earl of Leicester

A Study in Creation
The editor and staff of a daily newspaper use a range of devices to search a censored telegram for news during World War One, a satirical comment on censorship during the period

FIREWORKS 1747 - 8
Techniques of firework making in 18th century France : mounted and stationary devices

Acoustic Umbrellas
Umbrellas can be used as sound-collecting devices, enabling two people to conduct a whispered conversation without others overhearing

Ayrton and Perrys new electric railway
Professors Ayrton and Perrys new electric railway, exhibited at the Crystal Palace Electric Exhibition in 1882. Ayrton and Perry met at the Imperial College of Engineering and Japan

NILOMETER
The nilometer at Kihira - one of several measuring devices installed at various locations in Egypt to record the depth of the river

Power from the Skies
Atmospheric energy will be captured by kite-like devices, putting to good use the forces that are otherwise dissipated as lightning

Carrington Apparatus
Carrington with apparatus designed to record changes in the pulse and respiration of a medium while producing psychic phenomena

Ouija-Board
The OUIJA Board and its claimed inventor, a French civil servant who prefers to remain anonymous

Pendennis as Suitor
Captain Costigan leaves his daughter Emily & her suitor, Master Arthur Pendennis to their own devices

Entomological Lecture
Scientific use of the magic lantern at an entomological conference, Paris

Edisons Kinetophonogrph
EDISONs KINETO-PHONOGRAPH which linked photographic impressions with the phonograph in one combination: " Its possibilities are almost inexhaustible"

Automated Automobile
One day your car may speed along an electric super- highway, its speed and steering automatically controlled by electronic devices embedded in the road

DIORAMA
At its simplest, the diorama consists of one or more pictures wound on a spool which is turned to give the spectators the illusion of passing through a landscape

Multiple Light Source
The Dancing Devil illusion is created by using multiple lights to project the image onto a screen, where spectators see it replicated

Optical Illusion / Ghost
An optical illusion on stage give the effect of a ghost on stage during a play

Projecting Praxinoscope2
Reynauds praxinoscope or Theatre Optique gives the illusion of movement by a rapid succession of images : the audience are seated on the other side of the screen

Hartmanns Diving Bell
Professor Hartman uses his pressurised diving apparatus in the Gulf of Napoli, Italy

Pipes from China, Japan
Smoking devices from China, Indo-China and Japan

Pipes from India, Persia
Smoking devices from India, Persia and other Asian countries

Undersea Salvager
H W McCauleys project for a supersubmarine capable of exploring for underwater oil and mineral deposits, inspecting wrecks and observing fauna and flora

Coat of Arms C. 18Th
An unidentified coat of arms containing within it small coats of arms with various devices including a crowned eagle, castles, an owl etc all surmounted with a canopy

Art / Techniques / Device
Device used to paint or draw landscapes with the correct scale. It is made of glass marked with squares and an eye-piece on the end of an adjustable rod

Seance Device
Four spiritualists try a new method of communicating with the spirits, using a metal plate and electrical controls in a way I don t pretend to understand (text in Swedish)

First Use of Steam
THE FIRST USE OF STEAM used by Hero of Alexandria in various devices

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

KYMOGRAPH
Coovers KYMOGRAPH, designed to test the independence of alleged psychic voices, speaking through a medium, from the mediums own voice

Magic Lantern / Lefebure
A Lefebure Lantern

Magic Lantern / Lampascope
A Lampascope Lantern

Phanakistoscope
Plateaus Phenakistoscope - a variant of the zootrope, in which the images, seen through slits, seem to move when the disc is rotated

ENTREPRENANT - 1
The French " Entreprenant" balloon is used for reconnaissance purposes at the battle of Fleurus - the first use of manned airborne devices in warfare

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Devices have always been at the forefront of human innovation, enabling us to achieve remarkable feats and conquer new frontiers. From the whimsical contraptions depicted in William Heath Robinson's "The Kinecar" to the powerful symbol of strength embodied by the Russian Imperial Eagle, they have shaped our world. Even royalty has recognized their significance, as seen when King George VI thanked British children for their contributions during challenging times. And while some devices may seem complex, like the tokamak device used in fusion research or the intricate Coat of Arms of Peebles, others are more straightforward yet equally effective – such as a simple wart removal device. In medicine, devices play a crucial role in improving lives. Take total hip replacement surgeries, where X-ray technology ensures precision and success. Meanwhile, on lighter notes, we find that even leisure activities benefit from ingenious inventions; just ask golfers who rely on William Heath Robinson's humorous insights in "More Golfing Notes. " Technology continues to push boundaries with advancements like Mutoscope at Gravesend or speculation about UFOs and Reich Devices captivating our imagination. And let us not forget about nanorobots - tiny marvels showcased through stunning artwork - which hold immense potential for revolutionizing various industries. Through it all stands Britannia herself – an enduring symbol representing Britain's resilience and progress throughout history. As we navigate this ever-evolving world driven by devices both grand and humble alike, let us celebrate these creations that shape our lives and pave the way for a brighter future.