Diagrams Collection (#10)

17th Century pressure cookers, artwork
17th Century pressure cookers. Historical artwork showing a three different pressure cookers invented in the 17th Century. Published in 1681

17th Century scientific apparatus. Historical artwork showing a collection of equipment used by scientists in the 19th Century, including a microscope (lower right). Published in 1665

17th Century scientific equipment. Historical artwork showing a collection of thermometers and a hygrometer (far right) from 17th Century Florence, Italy

18th Century chronometer, artwork
18th Century chronometer. Historical artwork showing the details of a chronometer designed by the English clockmaker John Harrison (1693-1776)

17th Century steam-powered water pump. Historical diagram showing a water pump designed in 1698 by the English inventor Thomas Savery (1650-1715)

17th Century rooftop observatories. Historical artwork showing three 17th Century astronomical observatories on rooftops in Gdansk, Poland. Published circa 1673-1679

Watts steam engine, historical artwork
Watts steam engine. 19th Century artwork of the steam engine designed by British engineer James Watt (1736-1819). This was the first engine to give rotary rather than pumping motion

Gram staining procedure, artwork. Gram staining is used to differentiate between two groups of bacteria. Gram-positive bacteria are stained dark blue by the process

Bacteria shapes, artwork
Bacterial shapes. Computer artwork showing the appearance of various different types of bacteria

Types of joint, artwork
Types of joint, computer artwork. Stylised diagrams showing the different types of joints found in the human body and the movements they allow

Aspirin, molecular structure diagram
Aspirin. Diagram showing the molecular structure (left) and the chemical structure (right) of the painkilling drug aspirin (acetylsalycilic acid)

Korolyovs designs for Soviet rockets
Korolevs designs for Soviet rockets. Hand-drawn rocket designs and notes by the Soviet engineer Sergei Korolev (1907-1966)

Embryonic development, historical artwork
Embryonic development. Historical artwork showing two stages in the embryonic development of a dog (left) and a human (right)

Diagram of food depots for the Scott polar expedition
Diagrams showing how the food depots were distributed along the 750 mile route of the British Antarctic expedition to the South Pole led by Captain Scott

Factory technician at the control desk
A factory technician sits at the control desk for a variety of electronic systems in use at a factory. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

The Coal Problem, Great Britain, 1920
Illustration showing a number of facts regarding the coal industry of Great Britain in 1920. These diagrams showed that miners wages were increasing, but coal production was diminishing

Crystal Palce / Brick Beam
3 diagrams showing the tests undertaken to establish which material, Roman or Portland cement, would provide the stronger hollow bricks for use in the exhibition beams

A Scientific Problem
A group of scientists study a problem by using diagrams on a blackboard

Jablochkoffs electric light apparatus
Diagrams showing Jablochkoffs candle lamp. Paul Jablochkoff (1847-1894) was a Russian telegraph engineer who would rise to the post of director of telegraphs between Moscow and Kursk

Diagrams of human shoulder and ankle joints
Diagrams of the human shoulder and ankle joints

Indian Astronomer
An Indian Astronomer studies his charts

Petard Offensive / 17th C
Diagrams showing the attack offensive on a castle using a petard. A device filled with gunpowder and fastened to the gates, the danger lest the engineer be blown up too

Industry / Tools / 1797
Various diagrams of different parts of a blow pipe

Jan Taisnier / Larmessin
JAN TAISNIER Flemish scholar

Massage & Gymnastics
Various diagrams depicting massage technique

Baths & Electrical T. Mnt
Diagrams showing various types of bath (shallow bath, hip bath, trunk bath etc.) and treatment with electricity

Kniepp Cure
Diagrams to show the Kniepp cure, which involves the knee jet, head infusion and walking barefoot in wet grass

Tying an Ascot Tie 1906
How to tie the " Ascot" necktie. A step by step guide to achieving the knot. Fashionable from 1876, it was similar to the Octagon tie

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"Unveiling the Secrets: Exploring the World Through Diagrams" Witness the marvel of engineering as G. H. Davis's diagrams showcase the building process of Sydney Harbour Bridge, a testament to human ingenuity. Step into the wild with G. H. Davis's detailed diagram of the New Reptile House at London Zoo, offering a glimpse into nature's fascinating creatures. Navigate through history aboard SS Great Britain with its meticulously crafted plan diagram, revealing how this majestic ship conquered vast oceans. Discover Ebenezer Howard's visionary Three Magnets diagram, an innovative urban planning concept that aimed to harmonize town and country living. Travel back in time and explore 1823 C017 / 8061 diagrams depicting intricate epicycles of Mercury and Venus, unraveling celestial mysteries. Soar through skies with awe-inspiring Hawker Hurricane Fighter diagrams from 1939, showcasing cutting-edge aviation technology during wartime. Unlock the secrets of life itself as DNA molecule diagrams reveal the blueprint behind our existence – a remarkable feat of scientific discovery. Immerse yourself in artistry with captivating depictions of Puffing Devil locomotive; witness how steam revolutionized transportation forever. Shed light on industrial progress with Safety Lamps' historical diagrams from 1826 – illuminating pathways for miners while ensuring their safety underground. Travel alongside Sir Isaac Newton as his telescope takes center stage in historical artwork; peer into space through his lens and behold cosmic wonders like never before. Experience innovation firsthand with Blodgett's Hearing Aid depicted in intricate detail - a Victorian invention that transformed lives by restoring sound perception. Delve into The Engineer magazine’s Victorian inventions illustrated by captivating diagrams.