James Prescott Joule's apparatus for determining mechanical equivalent of heat
Title

James Prescott Joule's apparatus for determining mechanical equivalent of heat

Caption

James Prescott Joule's (1818-89) apparatus for determining mechanical equivalent of heat. Vessel of water, oil or mercury contains vanes attached to spindle. Cord attached to drums wound round spindle. Weight descending against scale rotates vanes. Raisin

Date

19th century

Credit line

Photo12/Ann Ronan Picture Library

Reference

ARP07109_0460001834

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Rights managed

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