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Double inclined plane for moving tub boats from one level to another on a canal
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Double inclined plane for moving tub boats from one level to another on a canal
Double inclined plane for moving tub boats from one level to another on a canal.. Boats were lowered on rails and counterbalanced by a tub containing water. Such a plane was constructed on Bude Canal at Hobbacott Down. Inclined planes were used as a cheaper alternative to locks, the building of which could make a canal uneconomic. From A Treatise on the Improvement of Canal Navigation, Robert Fulton, (London, 1796). Engraving
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This print showcases a remarkable engineering feat from the 18th century - a double inclined plane designed to move tub boats between different levels on a canal. The innovative system, depicted in this engraving from Robert Fulton's "A Treatise on the Improvement of Canal Navigation" was constructed on Bude Canal at Hobbacott Down in England. Inclined planes like this one served as an economical alternative to locks, which could make canal construction financially unviable. To transport boats from one level to another, they were lowered along rails and counterbalanced by a tub filled with water. This ingenious method ensured smooth and efficient movement of vessels without the need for expensive lock systems. The image captures the ingenuity and resourcefulness of civil engineering during that era. It is fascinating to see how such technology was employed inland, revolutionizing transportation and navigation across Britain's canals. Through this historical photograph, we are transported back in time to witness the brilliance behind these early modes of transport. It serves as a reminder of our ancestors' determination to overcome challenges through innovation and creativity. This print not only documents an important milestone in canal navigation but also celebrates human progress and achievement in the field of engineering.
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