Mechanic Collection (#3)

Formula One Testing
A few Red Bull Racing mechanics wearing Alpinestars boots. Formula One Testing, Circuit de Catalunya, Barcelona, Spain, 15-18 February 2005. DIGITAL IMAGE

Formula One Testing
Juan Pablo Montoya (COL) McLaren Mercedes MP4/20 Formula One Testing, Circuit de Catalunya, Barcelona, Spain, 15-18 February 2005. DIGITAL IMAGE

The Bible and temperance, 1848
1574867 The Bible and temperance, 1848; (add.info.: The Bible and temperance. A mechanic's friend gains a sum of money and persuades him to come out with him)

Formula One World Championship
A Ferrari mechanic prepares bodywork. Formula One World Championship, Rd6, Austrian Grand Prix, Preparations, A1-Ring, Austria, 15 May 2003. DIGITAL IMAGE

French soldiers rescuing a mechanic left behind (litho)
3252906 French soldiers rescuing a mechanic left behind (litho); Private Collection; (add.info.: French soldiers rescue a mechanic left behind when Captain Gerard, a daring French aviator)

John Dalton (1766-1844) English chemist. Dalton's table of Atomic symbols from a lecture delivered by him at
530599 John Dalton (1766-1844) English chemist. Dalton's table of Atomic symbols from a lecture delivered by him at the Manchester Mechanic's Institution

Formula One Testing
A Toyota mechanic. Formula One Testing, Barcelona, Spain, 23-27 January 2006. DIGITAL IMAGE

British kite balloon, 2 May 1918. Creator: Bain News Service
British kite balloon, 2 May 1918. A Royal Air Force Caquot kite balloon about to ascend with air mechanics holding the ropes, Gosnay, France, May 2, 1918, during World War I

German hydroaeroplane, between c1915 and 1918. Creator: Bain News Service
German hydroaeroplane, between c1915 and 1918. Friedrichshafen seaplane being taken down the slipway at a North Sea air station

British training - mechanics, between c1915 and 1918. Creator: Bain News Service
British training - mechanics, between c1915 and 1918. An armourer's shop which repairs rifles and bicycles at Tadworth Camp, England during World War I

Aviator officer of Germany, Dec 1914. Creator: Bain News Service
Aviator officer of Germany, Dec 1914 (date created or published later). German officers with aviator and airplane during World War I

French Auto Laboratory of Radiology, 31 Oct 1914. Creator: Bain News Service
French Auto Laboratory of Radiology, 31 Oct 1914 (date created or published later). A mobile radiology automobile during World War I, probably in France

Formula One World Championship
John Surtees (GBR) Honda RA301 recieves some mechanical assistance in the pits. He went on to finish 5th. British Grand Prix, Brands Hatch, England, 20 July 1968

2014 24 Hours of Le Mans
JUNE 15: SMP Racing team member ready for a pit stop during the 24 Hours of Le Mans on June 15, 2014. (Photo by Eric Gilbert / Motorsport.com)

Formula One World Championship
Mechanics work on the Tyrrell 008 of Didier Pironi (FRA), who finished the race in sixth position. South African Grand Prix, Rd 3, Kyalami, South Africa, 4 March 1978. BEST IMAGE

Formula One World Championship
Lotus mechanics including Glenn Waters (GBR) take a break in the pits. United States Grand Prix West, Rd 4, Long Beach, USA, 2 April 1978. BEST IMAGE

Formula One World Championship
The BRM and Lotus pits. British Grand Prix, Brands Hatch, England, 11 July 1964

Formula One World Championship
Mechanics work on the radical new Brabham BT46, which featured angled heat exchangers rather than radiators. South African Grand Prix, Rd 3, Kyalami, South Africa, 4 March 1978. BEST IMAGE

Superleague Formula Testing
A Superleague Formula mechanic works on the car. Superleague Formula Testing, Circuit de Catalunya, Barcelona, Spain, 30 July 2008

1972 24 Hours of Le Mans
CIRCUIT DE LA SARTHE, FRANCE - JUNE 11: Mechanics work on the engine in one of the Ford Deutschland Ford Capri 2600 RS's during the 24 Hours of Le Mans at Circuit de la Sarthe on June 11

Formula One World Championship
The BRM mechanics work on their cars with an audience of local children. Belgian Grand Prix, Spa, Belgium, 12 June 1966

1978 F750, Brands Hatch
BRANDS HATCH, UNITED KINGDOM - APRIL 23: Yamaha mechanics pour fuel into the tank of the TZ750 during the F750, Brands Hatch at Brands Hatch on April 23, 1978 in Brands Hatch, United Kingdom

Superleague Formula Testing
Andy Soucek (ESP) polishes a rear wing. Superleague Formula Testing, Circuit de Catalunya, Barcelona, Spain, 30 July 2008

2015 24 Hours of Le Mans
JUNE 11: #61 AF Corse Ferrari 458 GTE: Peter Ashley-Mann, Raffaele Giammaria, Matteo Cressoni during the 24 Hours of Le Mans on June 11, 2015. (Photo by Eric Gilbert / Motorsport.com)

Formula One World Championship
Jochen Mass (GER) McLaren M23 finished sixth. South African Grand Prix, Kyalami, 1 March 1975. BEST IMAGE

Formula One World Championship
Brabham mechanic Roy Billington works on the Brabham BT20. Mexican Grand Prix, Mexico City, 23 October 1966

Formula One World Championship
Mechanics work on the Ligier JS9 of Jacques Laffite (FRA), who finished the race in eleventh position. United States Grand Prix (East), Rd 15, Watkins Glen, USA, 1 October 1978. BEST IMAGE

Formula One World Championship
Patrick Tambay (FRA) pulls into the pits and retires after sustaining damage to his McLaren M26 in an accident on lap 57. South African Grand Prix, Rd 3, Kyalami, South Africa, 4 March 1978

Formula One World Championship
Bruce McLaren (NZL) works on the brakes. French Grand Prix, Rouen-les-Essarts, France, 7 July 1968

Formula One World Championship
A hip dungaree wearing Brabham mechanic holds out the pit board for first time race winner Carlos Reutemann (ARG) Brabham with ten laps remaining. South African Grand Prix, Kyalami, 30 March 1974

Formula One World Championship
Glenn Waters (GBR) Lotus Mechanic holds out a pit board during qualifying for race winner Ronnie Peterson (SWE), who improved his time to 1:26.8 Ð good enough for third place on the grid

2016 24 Hours of Le Mans
JUNE 19: Ford Chip Ganassi Racing team member ready for a pit stop during the 24 Hours of Le Mans on June 19, 2016. (Photo by Eric Gilbert / Motorsport.com)

Formula One World Championship
Fifth place finisher Heinz-Harald Frentzen (GER) Williams FW20 was delayed when he overshot his pit during a mid-race stop

Formula One World Championship
John Surtees (GBR) Honda RA301 recieves some mechanical assistance in the pits. He went on to finish 5th. British Grand Prix, Brands Hatch, England, 20 July 1968

Formula One World Championship
Colin Chapman (GBR) Lotus Team Owner (Left) is in communication with race winner Mario Andretti (USA) as mechanics make adjustments to the Lotus 77 during practice

Formula One World Championship
Lotus Chief Mechanic Trevor Seaman (GBR) holds out the pit board for race winner Emerson Fittipaldi (BRA) Lotus. Brazilian Grand Prix, Interlagos, 11 February 1973. BEST IMAGE

DTM
17.10.2010 Hockenheim, Germany - Anna Staebe - mechanic of Paul Di Resta - DTM 2010 - Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters 9th Round at Hockenheimring Baden-Wuerttemberg - Copyright: Stange/RACE-PRESS.com

1964 Indy 500
INDIANAPOLIS MOTOR SPEEDWAY, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA - MAY 30: A pit board is held out for Bobby Unser, Andy Granatelli, Ferguson Novi during the Indy 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on May 30

1964 Indy 500
INDIANAPOLIS MOTOR SPEEDWAY, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA - MAY 30: A pit board is held out for Bobby Unser, Andy Granatelli, Ferguson Novi during the Indy 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on May 30

1974 Dutch GP
ZANDVOORT, NETHERLANDS - JUNE 23: Niki Lauda celebrates victory on the podium with teammate Clay Regazzoni, 2nd position, and Emerson Fittipaldi

Formula One World Championship
The drivers are on the grid preparing for the start of the race. British Grand Prix, Brands Hatch, England, 20 July 1968

Formula One World Championship
McLaren pit stop practice. Formula One World Championship, Rd 5, Monaco Grand Prix, Preparations, Monte-Carlo, Monaco, Wednesday 23 May 2007. DIGITAL IMAGE

Formula One World Championship
Teddy Mayer (USA) McLaren Team Owner (Left) and Alastair Caldwell (NZL) McLaren Team Manager (Behind) talks with seventh placed James Hunt (GBR)

2016 24 Hours of Le Mans
JUNE 18: Pit stop for #6 Toyota Racing Toyota TS050 Hybrid: Stephane Sarrazin, Mike Conway, Kamui Kobayashi during the 24 Hours of Le Mans on June 18, 2016. (Photo by Eric Gilbert / Motorsport.com)

1972 24 Hours of Le Mans
CIRCUIT DE LA SARTHE, FRANCE - JUNE 11: Nanni Galli waits in the pits with one of his mechanics during the 24 Hours of Le Mans at Circuit de la Sarthe on June 11, 1972 in Circuit de la Sarthe

2014 SCC: Daytona
DAYTONA INTERNATIONAL SPEEDWAY, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA - JANUARY 24: Installing the Motorsport.com 360 cam on the #63 Scuderia Corsa Ferrari 458 Italia during the SCC

1972 24 Hours of Le Mans
CIRCUIT DE LA SARTHE, FRANCE - JUNE 11: A mechanic works on the engine in one of the Ford Deutschland Ford Capri 2600 RS's during the 24 Hours of Le Mans at Circuit de la Sarthe on June 11

Formula One World Championship
Dan Gurney (USA) Eagle (centre), chats with a couple of acquaintences. British Grand Prix, Brands Hatch, England, 20 July 1968

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"Unveiling the Mechanics: A Journey Through Time and Innovation" Step into the world of mechanics, where atoms dance to Dalton's table of atomic symbols since 1835. From its humble beginnings at the Mechanics Institute Luncheon in July 1908 to its evolution in 1933, this captivating field has shaped our modern world. Imagine intricate gears and cogs meticulously crafted within a historical pendulum clock, each movement synchronized with precision. The regulator reveals the artistry behind every tick-tock that keeps time alive. Witness history unfold as R36 stands tall, ready for launching at Inchinnan on that memorable day of March 19th, 1921. One gondola of this majestic airship takes flight, showcasing the ingenuity of mechanics reaching new heights. Feel the adrenaline rush as Formula One World Championship mechanics wheel Cliff Allison's Ferrari D246 through Monaco's streets. Their expertise ensures peak performance on race day—a symphony orchestrated by skilled hands. Transport yourself back to the thrilling era of record attempts in the daring 1930s. These fearless pioneers pushed mechanical limits beyond imagination, leaving an indelible mark on history. Hockenheim becomes a battleground for speed enthusiasts in July 1994 when Jos Verstappen glides into his pitstop during a heart-pounding Formula 1 event. Every second counts as mechanics work swiftly to keep their team ahead. Relive Spanish GP's electrifying moments from Formula 1's iconic year—1969—as roaring engines echo through time. Skilled technicians fine-tune these powerful machines before they conquer challenging tracks worldwide. Marvel at legendary aircraft like Fokker Dr I with Pfalz D III standing proudly in its background—an ode to aviation mechanics who turned dreams into reality amidst soaring skies and endless possibilities. Beyond racing circuits and sky-high ambitions lies another facet—the stage production at Mechanics Institute—a testament to craftsmanship merging with creativity under bright spotlights.