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Water mill design, diagram C014 / 2022
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Water mill design, diagram C014 / 2022
Water mill design. Diagram illustrating the design principles and mode of operation of a water mill. Water from a river or stream is diverted to flow (white arrows) over a paddle wheel (upper left). The kinetic and potential energy of the falling water is converted into rotary motion (red arrows), which is transferred from the wheel to the mill (centre right) by a system of cogs and gears. Here, the millstone is being used to grind wheat grains to produce flour, used to make bread. Water mills are very ancient technologies, dating back to at least the 3rd century BC in Ancient Greece
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This print showcases the intricate design and operational principles of a water mill. The diagram, labeled C014 / 2022, illustrates how this ancient technology harnesses the power of flowing water to generate rotary motion. In the image, we see a river or stream being diverted to flow over a paddle wheel located in the upper left corner. The falling water's kinetic and potential energy is then cleverly converted into rotational movement, as indicated by the red arrows. The transfer of this motion from the wheel to the central mill is facilitated by an ingenious system of cogs and gears depicted in the artwork. At its heart lies a millstone that grinds wheat grains with precision, producing flour essential for breadmaking. This historical agricultural device has been utilized since at least Ancient Greece in the 3rd century BC. The white background accentuates every detail of this technological marvel while emphasizing its industrial significance. Water mills have played an integral role in food production throughout history, utilizing hydraulic power derived from rivers and streams to process cereal grains efficiently. Claus Lunau's remarkable artwork not only captures our fascination with ancient industry but also serves as a reminder of humanity's ingenuity when it comes to harnessing natural resources for innovation and progress.
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