Ampere Collection

Oscilloscope displaying white noise. Oscilloscopes use cathode ray tubes to graphically exhibit variations in voltage or electric current

France, Rhone-Alpes, Rhone (69)
LUX4791810 France, Rhone-Alpes, Rhone (69), Lyon: old Lyon, Perrache district, Place Ampere, statue of Andre Marie Ampere, 1904 - shops: food products Elie Pinay, the cathedrale soaps extra pure

Andre-Marie Ampere, 1883 (engraving)
745859 Andre-Marie Ampere, 1883 (engraving)

Litterary Salon: "Around Madame Recamier"
GIA4808656 Litterary Salon: " Around Madame Recamier" Madame Juliette Recamier (1777-1849) surrounded by literary and political personalites: Charles Nodier (1780-1844)

Measurement of electrical currents: rule by Andre Marie Ampere (1775-1836)
XEE4141065 Measurement of electrical currents: rule by Andre Marie Ampere (1775-1836). The north pole is to the left of the observer. Anonymous illustration from 1925. Private collection

Andre Marie Ampere sought to understand when Francois Arago drew two keys from his pocket
LSE4096030 AndreMarie AmpAre sought to understand when FranAzois Arago drew two keys from his pocket - in " Physique populaire" by Emile Desbeaux, 1891 by Unknown Artist

Andre Marie Ampere (1775-1836), French physicist. (The array on which he draws these
XEE4164332 Andre Marie Ampere (1775-1836), French physicist. (The array on which he draws these characters leaks quickly)

Atoms: The Atomic Weight by Andre Marie Ampere (1775-1836)
XEE4140955 Atoms: The Atomic Weight by Andre Marie Ampere (1775-1836). Anonymous illustration from 1925. Private collection

Portrait of Andre Marie Ampere et schema du poids atomique - in "L energie
LSE4108986 Portrait of AndreMarie AmpAre et schAma du poids atomique - in " L energie, ses transformations, ses applications", by Arnould, ed

Ampere (colour litho)
727323 Ampere (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ampere. French educational illustration, published by Prunaire.); © Look and Learn

Portrait of Andre Marie Ampere (1775 - 1836) French physicist
GIA4790772 Portrait of Andre Marie Ampere (1775 - 1836) French physicist

Ampere, Statue en bronze par M Charles Textor
3623952 Ampere, Statue en bronze par M Charles Textor, inauguree a lyon, par M le president Carnot (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ampere)

Heros of Labour - Andre-Marie Ampere
724809 Heros of Labour - Andre-Marie Ampere, French physicist and mathematician (1775 -1836) (chromolitho) by French School

Appointment by Napoleon of Andre Marie Ampere as inspector of Polytechnique - Mandatory
LSE4080116 Appointment by Napoleon of AndreMarie AmpAre as inspector of Polytechnique - Mandatory Mention: Archives of the Bibl

Portrait of Andre Marie Ampere (1775 - 1836) French physicist
GIA4790778 Portrait of Andre Marie Ampere (1775 - 1836) French physicist

Electricity (engraving)
5207057 Electricity (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Electricity)

Jean-Jacques Ampere
JEAN-JACQUES AMPERE (son of the noted scientist) French writer, member of the Academie Francaise. Date: 1800 - 1864

Fuse wires. Three different strengths of fuse wire wrapped around a cardboard holder. The different strengths are for use in different types of electrical circuit in the home

Andre Marie Ampere
ANDRE MARIE AMPERE French scientist

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Andre-Marie Ampere (1775-1836), French mathematician and physicist, 19th century. Ampere established the laws and principles which related magnetism and electricity to each other

Street sign, Rue Ampere, Paris, France. Andre-Marie Ampere (1775-1836), French mathematician and physicist, established the laws and principles which related magnetism and electricity to each other

ANDRE MARIE AMPERE (1775-1836). French physicist. Autograph signature

Andre-Marie Ampere (1775-1836) French mathematician and physicist who established the relationship of electricity and magnetism

Lightbulb attached to ammeter

Ammeter and voltmeter, front view

Ayrton-Jones ampere balance C016 / 2034
Ayrton-Jones ampere balance. This apparatus is used to measure a standard value for the ampere, the international (SI) unit of electric current

ANDRE MARIE AMPERE (1775-1836). French physicist. Line engraving, 19th century

Multimeter. A multimeter is a combined digital ammeter and voltmeter. From these it can also derive resistance. An ammeter measures the number of amperes (electric current) in a circuit

Ammeter and voltage multiplier. Analogue ammeter (right) used for measuring the electric current in a circuit, displaying it in amperes

Ammeter. Analogue ammeter used for measuring the electric current in a circuit, displaying it in amperes. Current is conserved throughout a circuit but splits at junctions

Electrical equipment. Digital ammeter (left, yellow), digital voltmeter (right, yellow) and an oscilloscope. An ammeter measures the number of amperes (electric current) in a circuit

15-amp electrical fuse carrier
Electrical fuse carrier. Cartridge fuse carrier with a 15-amp fuse (blue), designed to protect electrical devices and people from excessive amounts of electricity

Inserting a 20 amp fuse
Fuse. Hand inserting a fuse into its socket. The yellow colour of the socket indicates that this is a 20 ampere fuse

Electrical fuses. 3A, 5A and 13A (A is short for ampere) fuses, designed to protect electrical devices and people from excessive currents

Rewirable electrical fuse. Single-bladed rewirable fuse carrier, designed to protect electrical devices and people from excessive amounts of electricity

Digital multimeter. This device is a combined digital ammeter and voltmeter. From these it can also derive resistance. An ammeter measures the number of amperes (electric current) in a circuit

Rheostat controlling current
Rheostat varying current in a circuit. A Rheostat (lower right), also known as a variable resistor, has a resistance which can be altered

Electrical fuse
MODEL RELEASED. Electrical fuse

Andre-Marie Ampere, French physicist
Andre-Marie Ampere (1775-1836), French physicist and pioneer of electrodynamics. Ampere also worked as a mathematician and chemist. He was elected to the French Academy of Sciences in 1814

Simple electrical circuit. This circuit consists of a bulb (centre right) connected to a power supply (top left)

Electrical cables. Each cable is composed of a live, neutral and earth wire, insulated within rubber sheaths. The wires are made from copper, which is an excellent conductor

Ampere at Work
French scholar, mathematician and physicist, at work in his laboratory

AMPERE (1775 - 1836)
ANDRE-MARIE AMPERE French scientist, notable for his work in magnetism and electricity. The unit ampere as a measurement of current bears his name

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"Ampere: Exploring the Currents of Science and Literature" Step into the world of Ampere, where science and literature intertwine. From the mesmerizing display on an oscilloscope to captivating literary salons, this caption takes you on a journey through the life and achievements of Andre Marie Ampere. In a cozy literary salon titled "Around Madame Recamier, " intellectuals gather to discuss their favorite works. Little do they know that hidden within these conversations lies Ampere's curiosity about electrical currents. As he delves deeper into his studies, he unveils groundbreaking discoveries in the measurement of electrical currents, forever changing our understanding of electricity. One particular incident stands out in history when Francois Arago drew two keys from his pocket. This seemingly ordinary act caught Ampere's attention as he sought to comprehend its underlying principles. Through meticulous research and experimentation, Ampere unraveled the secrets behind electromagnetic forces. His brilliance extended beyond just electrical currents; it also made significant contributions to atomic theory. In his work "Atoms: The Atomic Weight, " he presented revolutionary ideas that shaped our understanding of matter at its fundamental level. A portrait captures Andre Marie Ampere engrossed in drawing an array representing his scientific findings—a testament to his dedication and passion for unraveling nature's mysteries. Another artwork showcases him alongside a schema du poids atomique—an illustration symbolizing his profound impact on atomic weight calculations. The admiration for this remarkable physicist is evident in various artistic depictions throughout history—a colorful lithograph showcasing him as vibrant as ever or a bronze statue inaugurated by President Carnot in Lyon—both honoring his immense contributions to science. Recognized as one of France's heroes of labor, Napoleon himself appointed Ampere as inspector of Polytechnique—an accolade highlighting not only his scientific prowess but also his administrative skills.