Wobble Collection

Pump, Hand, "Wobble", Curtiss NC-3 Failed Transatlantic Flight, 1919
7/8 in inlet and outlet. The NC-3 aircrew used this pump to move coolant or fuel in the event of an in-flight mechanical breakdown

Monochrome image of two gentoo penguins (Pygoscelis papua) waddling in line across a snowy slope, holding their flippers out for balance. Each one has a white chest, and black and white head

Gentoo penguin (Pygoscelis papua) overbalances in snow near rocks; Antarctica

Cartoon, Atlas with Kaiser Wilhelm on a globe, WW1
Cartoon showing Kaiser Wilhelm II jumping around on top of a globe, supported by the mythological figure of Atlas, at the start of the First World War. Date: 1914

The man Who Said Big Ben Was Wrong by H M Bateman. This illustration shows what would happen when the establishment is doubted. The whole world jars, a wobble in the time contiuum

Comparison diagram showing the motion of stars with and without a companion
A star without a companion would appear to travel on a straight line on the night sky, compared to the background stars, but if the star has an orbiting companion it will not

Millennium bridge, London. This bridge became famous for its wobble. It measures 320m in length and is unusual as it uses lateral suspension to support the deck of the bridge

Lateral suspension cables on the Millennium bridge, London. This bridge became famous for its wobble. It measures 320m in length

Shock absorber on the Millennium bridge, London. This bridge became famous for its wobble. It measures 320m in length and is unusual as it uses lateral suspension to support the deck of the bridge

Two Edwardian bikers, Pembrokeshire, South Wales
Two Edwardian men on their motor cycles in Pembrokeshire, South Wales. The man on the right, on a Triumph Imperial, is a member of the Philipps family of Picton Castle

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"Wobble: A Delicate Balance Between Stability and Uncertainty" In a world full of constant motion, the concept of "wobble" emerges as a fascinating phenomenon, and is like a pump that propels us forward, an invisible hand guiding our every step. Just like the Curtiss NC-3's failed transatlantic flight in 1919, wobbling reminds us that even the boldest endeavors can be met with unexpected challenges. H. M. Bateman's cartoon, "The Man Who Said Big Ben Was Wrong, " humorously captures the essence of wobble. Much like Kaiser Wilhelm on an atlas globe during World War I, we find ourselves teetering between certainty and doubt. Nature too exhibits its own version of wobble. Monochrome images reveal two gentoo penguins gracefully waddling across snowy slopes in Antarctica. With flippers outstretched for balance, they navigate their icy terrain with precision but occasionally lose their footing – reminding us that even in nature's harmony, there is room for imbalance. Similar to these penguins' struggle against gravity, stars also experience their own celestial dance when accompanied by companions. Comparison diagrams illustrate how this cosmic partnership introduces a delicate wobble into their otherwise predictable paths through space. On sunny days in Portobello or while crossing London's Millennium Bridge adorned with lateral suspension cables resembling giant shock absorbers – we witness everyday instances where human-made structures must contend with the forces of physics-induced wobbles. Even vintage Edwardian bikers racing through Pembrokeshire exhibit moments of instability as they navigate winding roads on two wheels - showcasing how humans themselves are not immune to life's unpredictable fluctuations. Wobble serves as a reminder that equilibrium is never guaranteed; it keeps us alert and adaptable amidst life's twists and turns. So let us embrace this delicate dance between stability and uncertainty because within each wobble lies endless possibilities waiting to be explored.