Front Axle Springs / W H Robinson

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Front Axle Springs / W H Robinson

A severe test for front axle springs. An already heavy man, is weighed down and sits upon a cars front axle, carrying a tray with a glass as he is winched by rope across a rocky terrain. Please note: Credit must appear as (c) Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture Library

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Axle Heath Heavy Pulled Robinson Rocky Severe Springs Terrain Test Testing Tray Weighed Winch Will I Am

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(c) Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture Library Title: A Severe Test for Front Axle Springs: W.H. Robinson's Unconventional Method of Assessing Car Durability This intriguing photograph captures the moment when W.H. Robinson, an already heavy man, undertakes an unconventional test to assess the durability of front axle springs. Seated on a car's front axle, he carries a tray bearing a glass as he is winched by a rope across a rocky, uneven terrain. This historical image, taken in the early days of motoring, demonstrates the lengths to which engineers and innovators went to understand the capabilities of their inventions. The test, which may seem extreme by today's standards, was a popular method used to evaluate the strength and resilience of front axle springs during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The rugged heathland terrain, with its jagged rocks and rough surface, provided an authentic test of the car's suspension system, simulating the challenges that vehicles would face on the roads of the time. Robinson, a man of considerable size, adds an extra layer of weight to the test, further stressing the axle and springs. The glass on the tray, which is precariously balanced, adds an element of danger to the experiment, emphasizing the importance of a reliable suspension system. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of automotive engineering and the relentless pursuit of innovation. It serves as a reminder of the ingenuity and determination of those who dared to push the boundaries of what was possible in the realm of transportation.

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