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Robert Boyles designs and ideas for the vacuum pump published in 1669 (engraving
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Robert Boyles designs and ideas for the vacuum pump published in 1669 (engraving
XJF354296 Robert Boyles designs and ideas for the vacuum pump published in 1669 (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Robert Boyle (1627-91) Irish scientist; he developed the ideas laid down by Otto de Guericke in his Experimenta nova (ut vocantuv) Magdeburgico de vacuo spatio ; ); English, out of copyright
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Air Pump Apparatus Development Diagram Engine Equipment Experiment Experimentation Experimenting Machinary Machine Physics Pump
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This print showcases Robert Boyle's groundbreaking designs and ideas for the vacuum pump, which were published in 1669. The engraving, created by an anonymous English artist from the 17th century, is now part of a private collection. Robert Boyle, an Irish scientist born in 1627, played a pivotal role in advancing the concepts initially introduced by Otto de Guericke in his Experimenta nova (ut vocantuv) Magdeburgico de vacuo spatio. Through meticulous experimentation and engineering prowess, Boyle refined these ideas to create his own version of the vacuum pump. The intricate diagram depicted in this image reveals the inner workings of this revolutionary apparatus. With its gears, levers, and chambers intricately connected, it represents a significant milestone in scientific development during that era. Boyle's vacuum pump was instrumental not only for understanding air pressure but also for unlocking new possibilities within various fields such as physics and chemistry. This machine allowed scientists to conduct experiments under controlled conditions devoid of air or other gases present outside the chamber. As we gaze upon this historical photograph today, we are reminded of Boyle's immense contributions to science and his tireless pursuit of knowledge. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and our unending quest to unravel the mysteries of nature through experimentation with machinery like this pneumatical marvel.
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