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Bell's photo phone, 1880
3479247 Bell's photo phone, 1880; (add.info.: The transmitter of Bell's photo phone: vibrations of the diaphragm D, at the end of the mouthpiece tube, caused pulses of light to be transmitted to the receiver which had light sensitive selenium cell. Dated 1880.); Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 38321644
© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images
1880s Bell Diaphragm Electric Electrical Electrical Age Electrical Power Electricite Electricity Electricty Lighted Lighting Photo Phone Receiver Selenium Cell Transmitter Vibrations
EDITORS COMMENTS
This fascinating print captures a groundbreaking invention from 1880 - Bell's photo phone. Developed by Alexander Graham Bell, the photo phone was an early form of communication device that used pulses of light to transmit sound. In this image, we see the transmitter of the photo phone, with vibrations from the diaphragm causing pulses of light to be sent to the receiver.
The intricate design and innovative technology behind Bell's photo phone are truly remarkable for its time. The use of a light sensitive selenium cell in the receiver demonstrates Bell's forward-thinking approach to communication and his willingness to push boundaries.
As we gaze upon this historical artifact, we are reminded of the incredible advancements made during the late nineteenth century in terms of electricity and communication. The development of devices like the photo phone paved the way for future inventions that would revolutionize how we connect with one another.
This print serves as a testament to Alexander Graham Bell's ingenuity and his lasting impact on modern telecommunications. It is a window into a bygone era when experimentation and innovation were at their peak, shaping our world in ways we could have never imagined.
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