Pneumatics of air pumps
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Pneumatics of air pumps
Pneumatics of air pumps.. Pneumatics of air pumps and experiments on air. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry from Abraham Rees Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts, Sciences and Literature, Longman, Hurst, Rees, Orme and Brown, London, 1820
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This copperplate engraving, titled "Pneumatics of Air Pumps," is an exquisite illustration from Abraham Rees' Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts, Sciences and Literature, published in London by Longman, Hurst, Rees, Orme and Brown in 1820. The image showcases a series of intricately designed air pumps and associated experiments, all dedicated to the exploration and manipulation of air. Air pumps, a significant invention in the history of science, were first developed in the late 17th century. They revolutionized scientific research by enabling scientists to create a vacuum, which in turn allowed them to study the properties of air and gases. The pumps depicted in this engraving demonstrate the various components and mechanisms used to create a vacuum, such as the bellows, the piston, and the mercury trap. The experiments shown in the background further illustrate the scientific inquiries that were made possible by air pumps. These investigations included the study of the behavior of living organisms, such as insects and small animals, in a vacuum, as well as the examination of the properties of air, such as its compressibility and its role in combustion. This stunning copperplate engraving, created by Wilson Lowry, serves as a testament to the curiosity and ingenuity of the scientific minds of the early 19th century. It invites us to explore the history of scientific discovery and the role that air pumps played in shaping our understanding of the natural world.
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