Foil Collection (#11)

Coloured SEM of an ant on some reflective foil
Reflective material. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of an ant on some reflective material. The material (magenta and orange) is designed to be " retro-reflective", that is

Insulation material

Confectionary
Confectionery. Sweets in coloured wrappers

Water pipe and insulation material
Insulation material wrapped round a plastic water pipe

Beef steak on a piece of aluminium foil. Red meat is a good source of protein. It also has a high saturated fat content that can increase the level of cholesterol in the blood

Easter eggs

Easter egg. Close-up of a broken Easter egg (lower left) and its wrapping foil (gold)

Electroscope experiment, 19th century
Electroscope experiment. This simple version of an electroscope, designed to detect electric charge, is described as a glass flask with a stopper containing a metal rod

IRAS infrared astronomy satellite on display at the National Space Centre, Leicester, UK. Image shows the sunshade surrounding the telescope aperture

Electric razor head, light micrograph
Light micrograph of an electric razor head, depicting the oszilating middle trimmer between the two foils, which lifts and cuts flat-lying hairs. Magnification 50x

Insulated water pipes in an industrial system

Insulated propellant tank
Propellant tank for a satellite wrapped in insulating foil, otherwise known as multi-layer insulation (MLI). This helps to maintain the temperature of the propellant independent of the external

Insulated heating pipes in an industrial heating system

Huygens probe mounted on heat shield. The 1.3-metre-wide probe is at centre, with struts attaching it to a supportive framework (upper left)

Tungsten Halogen Lamps
Comparison photograph of two types of tungsten halogen lamps. The larger lamps is rated at 1000 W 240 V mains voltage. It is suitable for luminaires that light large areas as found in television

Group 2 metals. From the left: beryllium, magnesium, calcium, strontium and barium. Each element in this group has a tendency to lose two electrons. Therefore, these elements are chemically reactive

Watching solar eclipse. Young boy using special protective viewing glasses to observe a solar eclipse (upper right). They are designed to block most of the light from the Sun

Friction demonstration materials. Collection of different materials that will be used as part of a classroom demonstration of friction

Domestic Cat, Bengal, kitten, sitting with heart foils

Portrait of two Long necked Padaung tribe women, Mae Hong Son Province, northern Thailand, Asia

Men duelling with swords

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"Foil: Unconventional Inventions and Unexpected Messages" Rejected by the Inventions Board IX - Heath Robinson, the concept of "foil" takes center stage. Just like its namesake, this captivating word embodies a multitude of intriguing hints. Imagine receiving a message that reads "Be yourself" in shimmering gold foil. It's a reminder to embrace your uniqueness and stand out from the crowd. In 1954, Swansons revolutionized mealtime with their turkey TV dinner packaging designed to resemble a television set. A clever use transformed dining into an entertainment experience. Travel back in time to witness Mademoiselle La Chevaliere D Eon De Beaumont fencing against Monsieur De Saint George in the 17th century. The glinting foils symbolize elegance and skill as they engage in an intense battle of wits and agility. Trust your journey, another golden message on foil, encourages us to have faith in our path through life's twists and turns. Like fencers who trust their instincts during each lunge or parry captured beautifully in French engravings from the mid-18th century. Picture champagne bottles glistening under dim lights within Storrs Hall Hotel's wine cellar in Windermere UK. Foil-wrapped necks promise celebration and joyous moments shared with loved ones. A smile can brighten anyone's day; it is like gold foil that radiates warmth wherever it goes. And if all you need is love, then let it be wrapped around you like delicate golden foil—embracing every moment with compassion and understanding. While time may pass relentlessly, some messages remain timeless – forever young. Gold foil whispers this sentiment gently but persistently as we strive for eternal youthfulness both inside and out. Step into an 18th-century world where gentlemen fencers gracefully lunge and parry amidst swirling clouds of dust—a visual representation of honor, skill, and the artistry fencing.