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Idea for a video-phone using neon tubes to give the picture display, c1927
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Idea for a video-phone using neon tubes to give the picture display, c1927
Idea for a video-phone using neon tubes to give the picture display, c1927. Illustration of a system proposed by Herbert Eugene Ives (1883-1952), American physicist and inventor, who worked at the Bell telephone laboratories on the transmission of mechanical video images. From Le Petit Inventeur. (Paris, c1927)
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Halftone Innovation Invention Ives Neon Oxford Science Archive Phone Telecommunication Telecommunications Telephone Television Telly Video Video Phone
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This print showcases an intriguing concept for a video-phone, dating back to 1927. The illustration depicts the visionary idea proposed by Herbert Eugene Ives, an accomplished American physicist and inventor who dedicated his expertise to the transmission of mechanical video images at Bell Telephone Laboratories. In this remarkable image, we witness the fusion of artistry and technology as neon tubes are ingeniously employed to create a mesmerizing picture display. The vibrant colors emitted by these gas-filled tubes bring life to the scene, evoking a sense of wonder and anticipation for what could have been. The setting appears to be in France, as indicated by the publication "Le Petit Inventeur" from Paris. This reinforces the international significance of Ives' work and highlights how his innovative ideas transcended borders. As we delve into this snapshot from history, it is impossible not to marvel at the foresight displayed by Hubert Eugene Ives. His vision laid the foundation for future advancements in telecommunications that would revolutionize our world. Although commercial use is not mentioned explicitly in this caption, one cannot help but imagine how such groundbreaking technology could have transformed communication if fully realized during its time. Nevertheless, even as a mere concept captured on paper over nine decades ago, this image serves as a testament to human ingenuity and our unyielding pursuit of progress.
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