Gearing Collection

New Banting Bed for Reducing the Figure
The New Banting Bed for Reducing the Figure. Cartoon by William Heath Robinson

Turbines on the Portrush railway, Ireland
5311972 Turbines on the Portrush railway, Ireland; (add.info.: Engraving depicting turbines on the Portrush railway, Ireland. This was the first railway to be powered by hydroelectricity)

Calico printing machines powered by belt and shafting through cog wheels from a central energy source (steam or water)
527933 Calico printing machines powered by belt and shafting through cog wheels from a central energy source (steam or water). Hand-coloured engraving, London, 1834.; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Wheels, c.1770-1959 (print)
3672890 Wheels, c.1770-1959 (print) by Jerome H. Remick & Co. (early 20th century); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois, USA; (add.info)

The Naval Mobilisation, Big Gun and Torpedo Practice on Board H Ms "Hero"and "Rodney"(engraving)
1041826 The Naval Mobilisation, Big Gun and Torpedo Practice on Board H Ms " Hero" and " Rodney" (engraving) by Nash

Aeronautics - Aerial Machines (litho)
XJF314396 Aeronautics - Aerial Machines (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Great Captive Balloon; Langleys Flying Machine; Chanutes Gliding Machine; Maxim)

The Electric Tricycle (engraving)
1061283 The Electric Tricycle (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Electric Tricycle)

New Plan of Power Weaving (engraving)
1097011 New Plan of Power Weaving (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Plan of Power Weaving)

Clockworks
top view of aligned dissassambled parts of a vintage alarm clock mechanism on white background. Thomas LENNE

Advertisement for Fouillaron cars, c1900s

James Watts prototype steam engine Old Bess, c1778. Scottish engineer and inventor Watt (1736-1819) formed a successful partnership with the entrepreneur Matthew Boulton in 1775

Flamsteeds equatorially mounted sextant fitted with telescope, 1725. Side view showing the gearing for aligning the sextant. Flamsteed (1646-1719) was the first Astronomer Royal

Bicycle chain
Antique illustration of a bicycle chain

Bevel gear translation for chainless bicycle

Paul de Vivie - Velocio
Paul de Vivie ( Velocio ) (18531930), publisher of Le Cycliste, an early champion of the derailleur gearing system and father figure for French bicycle touring and randonneuring. Date: circa 1920

Crankset
Antique illustration bicycle cranks on a white background

Capt. Deane - Gearing at Fittleworth Mill, March 1933
George Garland Collection, West Sussex Record Office, Ref No: Garland N6839

Calico printing machines powered by belt and shafting through cog wheels from a central energy source (steam or water). Hand-coloured engraving, London, 1834

Corn mill powered by a horizontal water wheel through the gears in central section.The pipe, the wheel, the shafts, and the gearing all constructed from wood

Roller Bridge or Inclined Plane for raising and lowering canal barges from one level to another. In this example power is supplied by a water wheel through gearing

Telescope clock, Sydney Observatory
Telescope clock. Pendulums and gear system of a driving clock used for a telescope. This mechanism, similar to that used in a clock or watch

Gear wheels, computer artwork
Computer artwork of three gear wheels

Assembly of a Multi-cogged Machine
An engineer fits a cog to a piece of geared machinery, possibly an engine or heavy duty gearbox. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Lowering a large railway shaft
A large central rotational shaft is lowered into position by a team of railway engineers. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

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"Gearing: Revolutionizing Industries and Transforming Lives" Gearing has always been at the forefront of innovation, driving progress in various fields. From the introduction of the New Banting Bed for Reducing the Figure to advancements in naval mobilization with big gun and torpedo practice on board H Ms "Hero" and "Rodney, " gearing has played a pivotal role in shaping our world. In the realm of transportation, aeronautics took flight with incredible aerial machines that relied on precise gearing mechanisms. The Electric Tricycle, powered by cutting-edge technology, showcased how gears could enhance mobility and revolutionize personal transportation. But it doesn't stop there - gearing's impact extends far beyond just transport. In manufacturing, power weaving saw a new plan emerge thanks to innovative gear systems. These engravings depicted an intricate network of gears working seamlessly together to create beautiful fabrics efficiently. Timekeeping also owes its precision to gears. Clockworks have long utilized these mechanical wonders to ensure accurate time measurement across centuries. James Watt's prototype steam engine Old Bess exemplified how gears harnessed power effectively, paving the way for industrial revolutions worldwide. Even scientific instruments benefited from gearing ingenuity. Flamsteed's equatorially mounted sextant fitted with a telescope allowed astronomers unparalleled accuracy in celestial observations – all made possible through meticulously crafted gear assemblies. The bicycle industry witnessed significant breakthroughs as well when engineers introduced chain-driven bicycles using bevel gear translation instead of traditional chains. This innovation not only improved efficiency but also enhanced rider experience by eliminating chain-related issues. Architectural design was no stranger to gearing either; The Architects Compendium litho showcased how architects incorporated complex gear systems into their designs, enabling structures that were both functional and visually stunning. Finally, Fouillaron cars' advertisement from c1900s highlighted how automotive engineering embraced advanced gearing solutions for smoother rides and increased performance on roads around the globe.