Framed Print : Drawing of Robert Hookes wheel barometer of 1665
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Drawing of Robert Hookes wheel barometer of 1665
Wheel barometer. Drawing of a wheel barometer in Micrographia (1665) written by the British physicist Robert Hooke (1635-1703). The barometer was used to measure air pressure. Mercury filled a glass tube (at centre) which is open at one end (marked F ) and has a sealed bulb (at centre top) at the other. In the bulb a vacuum provides enough suction to prevent the mercury from flowing out of the tube. The open end of the tube contains a ball which floats on the mercury. The float is attached to the pointer by a length of string. If air pressure rises the mercury is forced up into the bulb and the level of the mercury at the open end drops. As the float drops too, the pointer moves
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17th Century Barometer Device Early History Of Science Instrument Instruments Pressure Robert Weather 17th Cent Hooke
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Discover the fascinating world of scientific history with our Media Storehouse Framed Prints. This captivating piece showcases a drawing of Robert Hooke's wheel barometer from his groundbreaking work, "Micrographia" (1665). Widely regarded as one of the earliest functioning barometers, Hooke's invention revolutionized the field of atmospheric pressure measurement. Bring this piece of scientific heritage into your home or office and ignite conversations with its intriguing design and historical significance. Each print is meticulously framed with care to preserve its beauty and authenticity.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.4cm x 40.4cm (15.9" x 15.9")
Estimated Product Size is 44.6cm x 62cm (17.6" x 24.4")
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This print showcases the intricate drawing of Robert Hooke's wheel barometer, a groundbreaking invention from the 17th century. Crafted by the brilliant British physicist himself, this historical device revolutionized our understanding of air pressure and its impact on weather patterns. The image depicts a glass tube filled with mercury, open at one end and sealed with a bulb at the other. Within this bulb resides a vacuum that creates enough suction to prevent the mercury from escaping. A small ball floats atop the mercury in the open end of the tube, connected to a pointer through a string. As air pressure fluctuates, so does the level of mercury within this ingenious contraption. When pressure rises, it forces more mercury into the bulb while causing its level to drop at the open end. Consequently, as the float descends alongside it, it moves an attached pointer accordingly. Hooke's wheel barometer not only served as an early instrument for measuring atmospheric pressure but also paved new avenues in scientific exploration during his time. This remarkable piece exemplifies both technological advancement and Hooke's immense contributions to history of science. Intriguingly captured by Science Photo Library without any commercial intent or affiliation with companies utilizing similar devices today, this print invites us to appreciate how far we have come in understanding and predicting weather phenomena thanks to pioneers like Robert Hooke.
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