Switches Collection

Two men at the controls of a Sunderland flying boat
Two men (second fitter and rigger) at the controls of a Sunderland Mark I flying boat and bomber, used by RAF 230 Squadron during the Second World War. Date: circa 1938

Telephone bureau exchange, 1889
Telephone bureau exchange. 19th-century artwork of woman operating the exchange at a telephone bureau. They are using receivers to listen to incoming calls and using the wires

New dial operated telephone system
Series of three photographs showing a new automatic system of telephoning introduced in Britain in 1911. The movement of a dial operated electrical switches and magnets in the telephone exchange

2003 United States GP
INDIANAPOLIS MOTOR SPEEDWAY, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA - SEPTEMBER 28: Ferrari F2003-GA steering wheel during the United States GP at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on September 28

2003 United States GP
INDIANAPOLIS MOTOR SPEEDWAY, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA - SEPTEMBER 28: Ferrari F2003-GA steering wheel during the United States GP at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on September 28

2003 United States GP
INDIANAPOLIS MOTOR SPEEDWAY, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA - SEPTEMBER 28: Ferrari F2003-GA steering wheel during the United States GP at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on September 28

2019 Goodwood Festival of Speed
JULY 05: 1920 Ballot 3/8 LC during the Goodwood Festival of Speed on July 05, 2019. (Photo by Kevin Wood / LAT Images)

Control desk DP249494
Coal and Oil Fired Power Stations: Littlebrook D Power Station, Rennie Drive, Dartford, Kent. Interior view of the power stations control room, showing the unit operators control panels

Manchester housewife switches on the lights on Copenhagen's
A competition winner: Manchester housewife prepares to switch on the lights on Copenhagen's Christmas tree. Date: circa 1960

A Driver Climbing in to his Cab
A train driver climbs in to the cabin of a British Rail diesel locomotive. Photograph by Heinz Zinram Date: 1950s

Olivier Campan Switches Play France V Ireland, Five Nations 19 February 1996 Date: 19 February 1996

Man and his donkey (colour photo)
3094577 Man and his donkey (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Man and his donkey)

Front cover, The Electric Guide, 8th Edition
Front cover, The Electric Guide, 8th (Abridged) Edition, by Arthur L Golding. Date: circa 1930s

The New Electric Boat "Electricity, "recently successfully tested upon the Thames (engraving)
1061163 The New Electric Boat " Electricity, " recently successfully tested upon the Thames (engraving) by English School

Maharaja adjustable chaise longue, 1929 (lacquered wood
992323 Maharaja adjustable chaise longue, 1929 (lacquered wood, chromed metal & velvet) by Ruhlmann, Emile-Jacques (1879-1933); 78.5x62x143 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

CM31 4452 Robert Blackmore, Aston Martin Ulster LM17
Pitlane signals reminder on the dashboard of Robert Blackmore, Aston Martin Ulster LM17, Pre-War Power, The Maestros - Motorsports Great All-Rounders, Goodwood Festival of Speed, Goodwood House

The control room for the swing bridge at Cumberland Basin, Bristol circa 1969

Members of the Association of Railway Preservation Societies (from left); David Morgan, Eric Maxwell and Peter Overstone at the Tanfield Railway Company, Sunniside, Gateshead on 13th April 1986

The latest of the popular main line expresses to get a new look is Talisman, hauled by a diesel powered locomotive as it leaves Newcastle for Edinburgh on 20th June 1960

Engine No. 4472 The Flying Scotsman at Newcastle Central Station on 8th May 1964
Engine No.4472 The Flying Scotsman at Newcastle Central Station on 8th May 1964

Transport, Cars, Old, Classic car show, detail of classic MG steering wheel

Mother Showing Weeping Son Shoe Switches Cornelis Troost
A Mother Showing Her Weeping Son His Shoe of Switches; Cornelis Troost (Dutch, 1696 - 1750); Netherlands; mid-18th century; Black chalk and gray wash

Mini Coopers (rally, ex-Tony Ambrose & Rauno Aaltonen) 1965 Red & white

Dentists cabinet, Claudius Ash, Sons & Co Ltd. 1921

American Signal Box Int
The interior of a signal box using Saxby and Farmers system of switches and signals. The standing man shifts the levers, his colleague uses the telegraph. Date: 1875

Bedside Lamp
A young woman, having enjoyed a bit of bedtime reading ( Skating World magazine), switches off her bedside lamp. Date: 1940s

Fire safety in the theatre -- a notice in a backstage area: Release for stage lantern, in case of fire pull down lever

Illustration, electric sewing machine

Departure of the Princess of Orange to England, 1689, Johannes Jacobsz van den Aveele, Johannes Tangena, unknown, 1689

The worlds largest motor lifeboat, the Princess Mary at Cowes, Isle of Wight
The worlds largest motor lifeboat, the " Princess Mary " at Cowes, Isle of Wight. 23 April 1929

Milking plant. 1935

Helium-neon laser controls C016 / 6435
Helium-neon laser sockets. Power and input and output sockets on the rear of the casing for a robust iodine-stabilised 633-nanometre wavelength helium-neon (HeNe) laser

Soyuz manned spacecraft interior, Baikonur space museum, Kazakhstan

Power control cabinets in Baikonur museum
Russian power control cabinets in Baikonur space museum, Kazakhstan

Early Russian computer in Baikonur museum
Early Russian computer in Baikonur space museum, Kazakhstan (note thermionic valves and mechanical calculator)

Soyuz manned spacecraft control panel in Baikonur space museum, Kazakhstan

Gene switching, artwork
Gene switching, computer artwork. Coloured dots on a DNA helix, representing the process of switching specific genes on or off

Telephone switchboard exchange, 1893
Telephone switchboard exchange. 19th-century artwork of woman operating the exchange at a telephone bureau. They are using receivers to listen to incoming calls and using the wires

Telephone switchboard, 1893
Telephone switchboard, 19th-century artwork. The woman is using headphone receivers and a speaker to listen to and reply to incoming calls

Fire safety in the theatre -- a notice in a backstage area: Release for stage lantern, in case of fire pull down lever

Person turning on solar power switch, England

Lamp testing. Electrical equipment being used to test various different types of light bulbs. These tests ensured that public buildings had the most economical

Engineer servicing air conditioning
MODEL RELEASED. Air conditioning units being serviced by an engineer

Circuit breakers. Switch-operated mini circuit breakers in a consumer unit. These protective devices cut the electricity supply to a domestic device when a fault develops. This device is from 1975

Communications room. Patch panel and wires in an office communications room. The blue and yellow wires carry voice and computer data to and from a network of telephones and computers

Railway signalman, 19th century
Railway signalman operating train track switches and holding a furled signal flag. The first mechanised and centralised railway switching system dates from 1856

Orlan spacesuit display. This is a Soviet EVA (extravehicular activity) spacesuit, with its own air supply, used for space walks outside a spacecraft or space station

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"Switches: From Flying Boats to Electric Cars, a Journey through Time" Two men at the controls of a Sunderland flying boat - Witness the power as pilots navigate the skies with precision and control. Aston Martin DB5 - The iconic sports car that revolutionized driving, showcasing advanced switch technology for an exhilarating experience on the road. Telephone bureau exchange, 1889 - Delve into history as operators skillfully connect calls using manual switches, laying the foundation for modern telecommunications. New dial-operated telephone system - Discover how switches evolved with innovation, allowing users to effortlessly connect with others by simply turning a dial. Manchester housewife switches on the lights in Copenhagen's streets - Explore how switches bring light to darkness, empowering individuals to illuminate cities across borders. A driver climbing into his cab - Experience convenience at your fingertips as drivers activate their vehicles' engines using reliable and efficient switch mechanisms. Control desk DP249494 - Uncover intricate switch panels that orchestrate complex systems, enabling seamless operation in various industries like aviation or manufacturing. Olivier Campan Switches Play - Celebrate artistic expression as renowned playwrights like Olivier Campan use words as powerful switches to evoke emotions and captivate audiences worldwide. YWCA Telephone Operator, c. 1918 (colour litho) – Step back in time when skilled telephone operators connected people's voices through a network of interconnected switches during World War I era communication systems Man and his donkey (colour photo) – Even in rural settings where simplicity reigns supreme, witness how simple yet effective switching mechanisms empower individuals to control their surroundings efficiently. Front cover, The Electric Guide 8th Edition – Embark on an electrifying journey through this comprehensive guidebook highlighting cutting-edge electrical technologies powered by ingenious switching solutions.