Meters Collection

Fra Mauro map (1460). The Fra Mauro Map orientation (South at the top). is considered
Fra Mauro map (1460). The Fra Mauro Map orientation (South at the top).is considered the greatest memorial of medieval cartography. by the Venetian monk Fra Mauro

Lie detector test
MODEL RELEASED. Lie detector test. Pulse meters on a mans fingers during a lie detector, or polygraph, test. A polygraph records changes in a number of physiological processes

Hotel chefs relaxing, Central London
Chefs outside a Central London hotel take a break from their labours, in the fresh air. Date: circa 1950s

A parking Meter. May 1961 P005222

Edison Incandescent Lamps, Paris Exhibition of 1889
Edison Incandescent Lamps and Meters, United States Section of Universal Exhibition of Paris, 1889 Date: 1889

DDE-90025921
Cantilever, Tahune AirWalk, 48 meters above Huon River and Forest, Tahune Forest Reserve, Southern Tasmania, Australia Date: 27/07/2006

Fra Mauro map, 1460 (map)
529889 Fra Mauro map, 1460 (map) by Italian School, (15th century); (add.info.: The Fra Mauro Map orientation (South at the top).is considered the greatest memorial of medieval cartography

Inger Miller Wins 200 Meters 200 Meters Final Seville 99 26 August 1999 Date: 26 August 1999

Andrew Curtis 200 Meters Blind 24 August 1999 Date: 24 August 1999

Debbie Ann Parris 400 Meters 26 August 1999 Date: 26 August 1999

Anja Rucker 400 Meters 24 November 1999 Date: 24 November 1999

Maurice Greene & Chambers 100 Meters, Seville 1999 23 August 1999 Date: 23 August 1999

Elaine Fitzgerald 1500 Meters 22 November 1999 Date: 22 November 1999

Ali Saidi Sief 1500 Meters 22 November 1999 Date: 22 November 1999

Rui Silva 1500 Meters 22 November 1999 Date: 22 November 1999

Dirk Heinze 1500 Meters 22 November 1999 Date: 22 November 1999

Miloud Abaoub 1500 Meters 22 November 1999 Date: 22 November 1999

Michael Johnsons Nike Shoes 400 Meters 23 November 1999 Date: 23 November 1999

Sonya Bell 100 Meters Blind 09 September 1999 Date: 09 September 1999

Alejandro Cardenas 400 Meters 09 September 1999 Date: 09 September 1999

Nadjina Kaltouma 400 Meters 09 September 1999 Date: 09 September 1999

Anja Rucker & Michele Collins 400 Meters 09 September 1999 Date: 09 September 1999

Suziann Reid 400 Meters 09 September 1999 Date: 09 September 1999

Charity Opara 400 Meters 24 August 1999 Date: 24 August 1999

Matt Shirvington 100 Meters 24 August 1999 Date: 24 August 1999

Dean Macey & Colin Jackson Decathlon & 110 Meters Hurdles 24 August 1999 Date: 24 August 1999

Oliveira Dos Santos 400 Meters 09 September 1999 Date: 09 September 1999

David Canal 400 Meters 24 August 1999 Date: 24 August 1999

Laban Rotich 1500 Meters 24 August 1999 Date: 24 August 1999

Mark Richardson Running Shoes 400 Meters 09 September 1999 Date: 09 September 1999

Colin Jackson & Brendan Foster 110 Meters Final Sevilla 99 24 August 1999 Date: 24 August 1999

Steve Holman 1500 Meters 18 August 1997 Date: 18 August 1997

Reyes Estevez & Fermin Cacho 1500 Meters 18 August 1997 Date: 18 August 1997

Svetlana Masterkova 1500 Meters 01 August 1996 Date: 01 August 1996

Marcus O Sullivan 1500 Meters, Atlanta 1996 01 August 1996 Date: 01 August 1996

Shane Healy 1500 Meters, Atlanta 1996 01 August 1996 Date: 01 August 1996

Regina Jacobs 1500 Meters 22 November 1999 Date: 22 November 1999

Francine Landre 400 Meters 09 September 1999 Date: 09 September 1999

Colin Jackson 110 Meters Final World Athletics Seville 1999 24 August 1999 Date: 24 August 1999

Marion Jones & C. J. Hunter
Marion Jones & C.J.Hunter 200 Meters Final Seville 99 24 August 1999 Date: 24 August 1999

Sinead Delahunty 1500 Meters, Atlanta 1996 01 August 1996 Date: 01 August 1996

Khalid Skah Olympic 10000 Meters Final 03 August 1992 Date: 03 August 1992

Metric System - length measurements (chromolitho)
961408 Metric System - length measurements (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Metric System - length measurements. Units: the metre)

Cab Fare and Distance Indicator (engraving)
1098275 Cab Fare and Distance Indicator (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cab Fare and Distance Indicator)

Clothing: Mannequins: Twenty four of Britains models have spent nearly one thousand hours rehearsing for Britains biggest ever fashion show which marks the opening of London Fashion Week on May 7th

Row of gas meters
danger, dangerous, day, dials, factory, gas, industrial, industry, knobs, meters, nobody, oil, outdoor, pipes, risk, risky, row, structure, tanks, union, utility, wall, writing, Henri Silberman

100 M. 1928 OLYMPICS
The start of the mens 100 meters race. Percy Williams (CAN) won gold, Jack London (GBR) won silver and Georg Lammers (GER) won bronze. Date: 1928

Dunkirk, France - Tower Leughenaer
Dunkirk, France. The Leughenaer Tower is an octagonal tower 30 meters high in the centre of Dunkirk. Built in 1450, this tower is the oldest monument in the city

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"Meters: Measuring the World in Distance and Accuracy" From the Fra Mauro map (1460) to modern lie detector tests, they have played a crucial role in our understanding of the world. The Fra Mauro Map orientation, with South at the top, is considered a masterpiece of cartography that showcased early attempts to measure distances accurately. Speaking of accuracy, lie detector tests rely on meters to detect physiological changes associated with deception. Hotel chefs relaxing in Central London may appreciate these devices as they ensure honesty and trust within their profession. Athletes like Kelly Holmes understand the importance of precise measurements. Whether it's timing her sprints or calculating distances during training sessions, they can essential tools for achieving peak performance. But meters aren't just limited to human endeavors; they also revolutionized technology. Edison Incandescent Lamps displayed at the Paris Exhibition of 1889 marked a significant milestone in lighting technology, measuring brightness using lumens instead of traditional methods. Meters even find their way into geographical landmarks such as Dunkirk's Tower Leughenaer or Japan's Foreign settlement of Kobe. These structures stand tall while reminding us how measurement systems shape our perception and understanding of space. Innovations continue as G. H. Davis introduces community heating through metered systems, providing efficient energy distribution while reducing environmental impact. Even mundane objects like parking they have transformed urban landscapes since May 1961 when P005222 was introduced—a small device that measures time and regulates parking spaces efficiently. The significance doesn't end there; DDE-90025921 showcases how military operations rely on accurate measurements for strategic planning and execution—highlighting yet another aspect where meters play an indispensable role. So next time you come across a meter—whether it be on an ancient map or integrated into cutting-edge technologies—take a moment to appreciate its profound impact on shaping our world through precision and measurement.