Pressurised Collection

Britains Brabazon I passenger aircraft by G. H. Davis
A Leviathan of the skies: Britains Brabazon I airliner, designed to carry 72 long-distance passengers. A mammoth aerial express able to cover the England-Australia route in 48 hours

Royal Air Force de Havilland Mosquito NF Mk. XV high-altitude fighter. This is an example of the rare NF Mk. XV with the extended wing-span wings, pressurised cockpit, 70 series Merlin engines

Vidal process autoclave
The pressurised autoclave for curing moulded components in the Vidal process of plastic bonded plywood, seen on 27 June 1942, Date: 1942

Cessna P337G Pressurised Skymaster N772H (msn P337-0265) Date: circa 1990

Georges Van Damme in the cockpit of the Renard R. 35 airliner
Ex Warrant Officer Georges Van Damme sat in the cockpit of the ill-fated Renard R.35, a pressurised airliner developed in Belgium from 1936

Hartman - Diving Apparatus
Professor Hartman uses his pressurised diving apparatus in the Gulf of Napoli, Italy. Date: 1926

Architecture, Homes, Heating
Housing, Homes, Oil fired central heating boiler situated in garage

de Havilland Mosquito NF Mk. XV high-altitude fighter. This is an example of the rare NF Mk. XV with the extended wing-span wings, pressurised cockpit, 70 series Merlin engines, nose AI Mk

The heroic ascent of Professor Piccard, 1932. Creator: Unknown
The heroic ascent of Professor Piccard, 1932. L Heroique Ascension du Professeur Piccard. Swiss physicist Auguste Piccard (1884-1962) built a balloon with an airtight cabin

Gold mining, California, USA, c1868. Miners using a hydraulic method invented in California, washing down gold-bearing ore with a jet of water

Vickers Wellington V first prototype R3298
Vickers Wellington V first prototype, R3298. A pressurised high-altitude bomber

Future spacesuit mock-up. Photographed at LA Space Expo 2012

Prototype spacesuit. Photographed at LA Space Expo 2012

Refrigerator, artwork
Refrigerator. Computer artwork showing how a refrigerator works. There are two sets of coiled pipes, one inside the refrigerator (at top) and one outside the refrigerator (at right)

Bushehr nuclear power station, Iran
Iranian nuclear power. Interior of the reactor containment building of the Bushehr nuclear power plant in Iran. Hanging from the ceiling is a fuel rod assembly

Air products chemical works, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, UK

Sizewell B view from RSPB Island Mere Hide Suffolk

A BABY ON NEPTUNE (Harris and Breuer) Safe (they trust !) inside their pressurised capsule, visitors from Earth arouse the curiosity of Neptunes fauna Date: 1929

Carpentry. Close-up of a hammer hitting a nail into a plank of wood

Trigers caisson, 19th century
Trigers caisson. 19th-century artwork of workers using the pneumatic caisson invented in 1839 by the French engineer Triger

Pre-1997 UK CO2 fire extinguisher
Carbon dioxide fire extinguisher. Pressurized canister containing liquid carbon dioxide (CO2) for extinguishing a fire. Since 1997, UK CO2 extinguishers are red with a black label

Cygnus pressurised cargo module at Thales Alenia Space plant in Turin, Italy

17th Century pressure cookers, artwork
17th Century pressure cookers. Historical artwork showing a three different pressure cookers invented in the 17th Century. Published in 1681

Pressurised Martian rover, artwork. This vehicle would enable humans to travel long distances across the Martian surface. The rover has solar panels to provide electricity

Project Mercury spacesuit. Astronaut Virgil Gus Grissoms spacesuit from the Mercury 4 flight. This is a US Navy Mark IV high-altitude pressure suit with an outer shell of aluminium-coated nylon

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

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"Unleashing the Power of Pressure: From Aircraft to Architecture" Britain's Brabazon I passenger aircraft by G. H. Davis revolutionized air travel with its pressurized cabin, ensuring a comfortable journey for passengers at high altitudes. The Vidal process autoclave harnessed the power of pressure in industrial settings, enabling precise and efficient manufacturing processes. The Cessna P337G Pressurised Skymaster N772H took aviation to new heights with its ability to fly above turbulent weather conditions, providing a smoother ride for pilots and passengers alike. Royal Air Force's de Havilland Mosquito NF Mk. XV showcased the advantages of pressurization during World War II, allowing pilots to operate at higher altitudes undetected by enemy radar. Georges Van Damme in the cockpit of the Renard R. 35 airliner experienced firsthand how pressurization enhanced flight safety and comfort for both crew members and travelers. Hartman - Diving Apparatus utilized pressure technology underwater, enabling divers to explore greater depths while maintaining optimal breathing conditions. In architecture and homes, heating systems utilize pressure-controlled mechanisms like boilers or radiators to efficiently distribute warmth throughout living spaces during colder months. The de Havilland Mosquito NF Mk. XV continued its legacy as a versatile aircraft that could withstand extreme pressures during combat missions, earning it respect among aviators worldwide. The heroic ascent of Professor Piccard in 1932 pushed boundaries as he ventured into uncharted territories using his altitude research balloon – an engineering marvel built with pressurized cabins for scientific exploration at great heights. Capturing history through rare photographs: Witnessing Professor Piccard's daring expeditions in his meticulously designed cabin aboard his altitude research balloon in 1931-32.