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Carbon microphone, 1882
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Carbon microphone, 1882
Carbon microphone, 1882. Device invented in 1878 by David Edward Hughes (1831-1900), English inventor. From Physics in Pictures by Theodore Eckardt. (London, 1882)
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Carbon Chromolithograph Communication Eckardt Hughes Invention Microphone Oxford Science Archive Physics Telecommunication Telecommunications Theodore David Edward Hughes
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This chromolithograph showcases the groundbreaking invention of the Carbon Microphone in 1882. Developed by the brilliant English inventor David Edward Hughes, this device revolutionized communication during the Victorian era. The intricate illustration, featured in "Physics in Pictures" by Theodore Eckardt, transports us back to a time when scientific breakthroughs were celebrated with vibrant colors and meticulous detail. The Carbon Microphone, invented just four years prior in 1878, represented a significant leap forward in telecommunications. This ingenious contraption utilized carbon granules to convert sound waves into electrical signals, enabling clearer and more efficient transmission of voice and music over long distances. As we admire this print from the Oxford Science Archive collection, we are reminded of the immense impact that Hughes' invention had on society. Its application extended far beyond telecommunication; it paved the way for advancements across various fields such as broadcasting and recording technologies. This artwork serves as a testament to British ingenuity and innovation during the 19th century. It encapsulates an era where scientific discoveries fueled progress and transformed our world forever. Let us appreciate not only the beauty captured within this image but also its historical significance as we marvel at one of humanity's greatest achievements – David Edward Hughes' Carbon Microphone.
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