Network Collection (page 15)

Lumbar spinal nerves, 1825 artwork
Lumbar spinal nerves. Lateral view of the lower vertebral column, showing nerves (white) of the sympathetic nervous system. The pelvic ilium bone has been removed

Pulmonary nerve plexus, 1825 artwork
Pulmonary nerve plexus. View from behind, with the thoracic spine removed, of the posterior pulmonary plexus, a confluence of nerves (white)

Geothermal district heating, artwork
Geothermal district heating. Block artwork of the underground and surface pipes used to distribute steam or heated water in a district heating system

Customer in a mobile phone shop C018 / 2309
Shopping. A customer looking at mobile phones in a shop. Photographed in Moscow in 2012

Bone structure, artwork C016 / 7545
Bone structure. Computer artwork showing bone trabeculae. Trabeculae are the bars of bone that form a honeycombed hollow network, and make up the structure of spongy bone, the inner layer of a bone

Mobile phone base station, Cannock Chase, Staffordshire, UK

Resin cast of blood supply to kidneys C016 / 4601
Resin cast of the blood supply to a human kidney, showing the dense network of capillaries arising from divisions of a renal artery

Resin cast of blood supply to kidneys C016 / 4609
Detail of a resin cast of the blood supply to a human kidney, showing the dense network of capillaries arising from divisions of a renal artery

Resin cast of blood supply to kidneys C016 / 4603
Resin cast of the blood supply to human kidneys, showing the dense network of capillaries arising from divisions of a renal artery

Resin cast of blood supply to kidneys C016 / 4605
Detail of a resin cast of the blood supply to a human kidney, showing the dense network of capillaries arising from divisions of a renal artery

Resin cast of blood supply to kidneys C016 / 4602
Resin cast of the blood supply to a human kidney, showing the dense network of capillaries arising from divisions of a renal artery

Resin cast of blood supply to kidneys C016 / 4599
Detail of a resin cast of the blood supply to a human kidney, showing the dense network of capillaries arising from divisions of a renal artery

Nerve cell, conceptual artwork C013 / 9994
Nerve cell, conceptual computer artwork

Global business, conceptual artwork
Global business. Conceptual artwork of a globe-shaped array of hands being shaken, representing concepts such as business networking, multinationals, and globalisation

Neural network, artwork C013 / 4636
Neural network. Computer artwork of nerve cells (neurons) connected by processes (filaments), known as dendrites and axons, to form a neural network

The Esquel pallasite

Pallasite slab
The Esquel pallasite, composed of gem-quality olivine crystals embedded in metal. Pallasites are perhaps the most beautiful of all meteorites. Specimen held at the Natural History Museum, London

Butterfly wing scale (part)

Bia actorian, South American butterfly wing
Scanning electron microscope (SEM) image of the fore-wing of the South American butterfly (x 2500)

Composting toilets at Environmental Centre, UK - these toilets depend on biological decomposition which in the process
MAB-38 Composting toilets at Environmental Centre Worcestershire, UK these toilets depend on biological decomposition which in the process produces fertilser

Red mangroves at Mida Creek, near Watamu, Kenya, Africa
MAB-139 Red mangroves at Mida Creek near Watamu, Kenya, Africa Rhizophora Mark Boulton Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

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"Unraveling the Threads: Exploring the Intricate Network of Connections" In the vibrant 1950s, British Railways unveiled their intricate network map, showcasing a web of railway lines that connected cities and towns across the country. This visual representation highlighted the power of networks in bringing people together. Amidst this era, Lots Road Power Station stood tall in Chelsea, London, serving as a symbol of energy and connectivity. Its presence reminded us that access to electricity was crucial for powering not only our homes but also our growing network-dependent world. Fast forward to today's digital age, where cloud computing has revolutionized how we store and share data. The concept of accessing information from anywhere through the cloud has transformed our lives. A colorful image depicting this connection between humans and technology captures the essence of this modern-day phenomenon. Looking back even further into history, Metropolitan Electric Tramways Ltd in 1909 showcased an early form of urban transportation network – an electric tramway system that efficiently transported passengers within cities like clockwork. Another notable addition to London's underground network was the Great Northern and City (Electric) Railway at Finsbury Park. This railway line brought convenience to commuters' lives while reinforcing connections between different parts of the city. Sir Sam Fay envisioned a vast binary river flowing with communication possibilities long before computers became ubiquitous. His visionary ideas laid down foundations for future advancements in networking technologies. Delving deeper into historical maps such as Italy from Peutinger Map copy reveals how ancient civilizations understood and utilized networks for trade routes and cultural exchanges - connecting distant lands through well-established pathways. Moving away from Earth's surface, we encounter fascinating structures like Turkey's Uzunkemer aqueduct or Constantinople's Cistern of Philoxenos - architectural marvels built centuries ago to ensure water supply throughout these bustling cities. These engineering feats exemplify how networks were essential even beyond human interactions - facilitating vital resources and sustaining communities.