Jules Louis Breton Collection

Thomson-Houston dynamo, 1897
Thomson-Houston dynamo. 19th-century artwork of the bipolar dynamo (producing 20 to 90 kilowatts of power) and electric generator manufactured by the Thomson-Houston Electric Company

Ernest Bazin roller ship, 1897
Ernest Bazin roller ship. 19th-century artwork of a design of roller ship by French inventor Ernest Bazin. This one has four pairs of disc-shaped floats that rotate as the craft moves through

Gladiator petrol tricycle, 1897
Gladiator petrol tricycle. 19th-century artwork of a man riding a Gladiator petrol tricycle. The Gladiator Cycle Company was founded in France in 1891

First car to use Michelin tyres, 1897
First car to use Michelin tyres. 19th-century artwork of the first car using Michelin tyres. The Michelin brothers, Edouard and Andre, had a rubber factory in Clermont-Ferrand, France

Burrell steamroller, 1897
Burrell steamroller. 19th-century artwork of a steam-powered traction engine being used as a road roller. This traction engine uses the system developed by the British company Charles Burrell

Lefebvre petrol car, 1897
Lefebvre petrol car. 19th-century artwork of a Lefebvre petrol car. This is a small carriage in dog-cart style. The four passengers on its open top are seated back-to-back in a riding style known in

Rossel petrol car, 1897
Rossel petrol car. 19th-century artwork of a four-seater Rossel petrol car. The steering mechanism is at centre, with headlights at right

Planned Paris metro station, 1897
Planned Paris metro station. 19th-century artwork showing one of the planned stations for an underground train network (tubular tramway) in Paris, France

Otto gasification unit, 1897
Otto gasification unit. 19th-century artwork of an Otto gasification unit (wood gas generator) producing gaz pauvre (carbon monoxide)

Electric tram junction points, 1897
Electric tram junction points. 19th-century artwork of the layout of contact pads at a junction for an electric tram system

Lacroix petrol locomotive, 1897
Lacroix petrol locomotive. 19th-century artwork of a petrol locomotive called Le Progres, designed by the French engineer A. Lacroix of Caen. Early engines were fuelled by gas, oil, or steam

Petrol-powered electric lights, 1897
Petrol-powered electric lights. 19th-century artwork of an installation of portable electric lighting powered by a Grob petrol engine

Crossley gas engine, 1897
Crossley gas engine. 19th-century artwork of a British design of gas engine from the Crossley Brothers of Manchester. This is a horizontal type, controlling a double pump with a gear train

Charon gas engine, 1897
Charon gas engine. 19th-century artwork of a French design of gas engine known as a Charon engine. This one has two cylinders (lower right) for electric lighting

Gas and petrol engine, 1897
Gas and petrol engine. 19th-century artwork of a design of gas and petrol engine called the Rationnel, built by a French inventor named Dolizy

Niel gas engine, 1897
Niel gas engine. 19th-century artwork of a French design of gas engine known as a horizontal Niel engine. This design has two pistons, valves, and hot tube ignition

Westinghouse electric generator, 1897
Westinghouse electric generator. 19th-century artwork of a compound-type generator (right) directly coupled to a dynamo (left) by a flexible sleeve

Solignac mixed boiler system, 1897
Solignac mixed boiler system. 19th-century artwork of a rear cross-section view through a Solignac mixed boiler system. This shows S-tube bundles through which water is passed from a reservoir tank

Industrial boiler room, 1897
Industrial boiler room. 19th-century artwork of stokers shovelling coal into furnaces in a factory boiler room. These are industrial boilers constructed by the US company Babcock and Wilcox

Babcock and Wilcox boilers, 1897
Babcock and Wilcox boilers. 19th-century artwork of a front view of two Babcock and Wilcox boilers (236 square meters of heating surface) during installation

Hercule-Progres turbine, 1897
Hercule-Progres turbine. 19th-century artwork of the French Hercule-Progres design of water turbine, mounted in a masonry chamber

Weir and river measurements, 1897
Weir and river measurements. 19th-century artwork of a thin-wall weir being used to measure aspects of the flow of water along a river

Aero-engine powering a pump, 1897
Aero-engine powering a pump. 19th-century artwork of an aero-engine by French engineer and constructor Durey-Sohy (labelled at top)

Kinetographe projector, 1897
Kinetographe projector. 19th-century artwork of an early type of movie projector using kinetographe technology. Examples of this included Edisons Kinetoscope

Kinetographe operator, 1897
Kinetographe operator. 19th-century artwork of a film-maker operating an early type of movie camera called a kinetographe

Treatment using X-rays, 1897
Treatment using X-rays. 19th-century artwork of a patient in bed being treated by X-rays from the machine at right. At the time (1897)

Photozootrope, 1897
Photozootrope. 19th-century artwork of a device called a photozootrope built by French inventor Henri Joly (1866-1945). This was an early motion picture projector

Acetylene production, 1897
Acetylene production. 19th-century artwork of a facility producing acetylene gas, used as a fuel. This facility can supply the gas to between 200 and 300 units, usually lamps

Cinema projector, 1897
Cinema projector. 19th-century artwork of an early type of cinema projector called a cinematographe. This longitudinal section shows the interior workings of the machine

Acetylene-powered projector, 1897

Old and new gasometers, 1897
Old and new gasometers. 19th-century artworks of an old model (left) and a new model (right) of gasometers (gas storage units) for fuels such as acetylene and wood gas

Electroscope, 1897
Electroscope. 19th-century artwork showing designs of an electroscope, a device that detects and records the presence of static electricity, here by deflection of needles on the gauges

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Jules Louis Breton: Pioneering Innovations of 1897 In the year 1897, Jules Louis Breton emerged as a prominent figure in the world of technological advancements. His remarkable contributions spanned across various domains, leaving an indelible mark on history. Breton's genius shone through his collaboration with Thomson-Houston dynamo, revolutionizing electrical engineering. Together, they paved the way for a brighter future by harnessing electricity to power cities and homes. Another groundbreaking invention came in the form of Ernest Bazin roller ship. This marvel showcased Breton's visionary mindset as he explored new possibilities in transportation. The roller ship promised efficient and smooth journeys like never before. The Gladiator petrol tricycle was yet another brainchild of Breton that took the automobile industry by storm. Its sleek design and powerful engine captivated enthusiasts worldwide, setting new standards for speed and performance. But it didn't stop there – Jules Louis Breton introduced Michelin tyres to the automotive realm, forever changing how cars grip the road. This innovation not only enhanced safety but also improved overall driving experience. His influence extended beyond automobiles when he unveiled Burrell steamroller – a colossal machine that transformed construction sites globally. With its sheer power and efficiency, it became an indispensable asset for infrastructure development. Breton's passion for automobiles persisted as he crafted Lefebvre petrol car and Rossel petrol car - two masterpieces that pushed boundaries even further. These vehicles epitomized elegance while delivering unmatched horsepower under their hoods. Not limiting himself to land-based inventions alone, Jules Louis Breton played an instrumental role in planning Paris metro station – a testament to his commitment towards enhancing urban mobility. Furthermore, his Otto gasification unit brought forth innovative solutions for energy production during those times when fossil fuels were gaining prominence globally. Recognizing the need for sustainable public transport options, Breton pioneered electric tram junction points, revolutionizing urban mobility.