Fulcrum Collection

The Martini-Henry Rifle (engraving)
1625821 The Martini-Henry Rifle (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Martini-Henry Rifle. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 22 July 1871)

Man operating a pulley with lever and fulcrum
6266189 Man operating a pulley with lever and fulcrum; (add.info.: Man operating a pulley with a lever and fulcrum. After an 18th century work.); Photo © Ken Welsh. All rights reserved 2024.

Engraving depicting an improved form of the see-saw in which seats always remained horizontal, 19th century
5308880 Engraving depicting an improved form of the see-saw in which seats always remained horizontal, 19th century; (add.info)

Engraving depicting a early see-saw in which a rigid board was placed on a tree trunk whilst two people would sit
5308881 Engraving depicting a early see-saw in which a rigid board was placed on a tree trunk whilst two people would sit on either end of board

Measuring weight of P
2602604 Measuring weight of P; (add.info.: Measuring weight of P using a steelyard. Fulcrum at C, position of counterbalance Q along engraved scale gave weight)

Ms 2200 f.58v Geometry from a collection of scientific, philosophical and poetic writings, French, 13th century
BEN85048 Ms 2200 f.58v Geometry from a collection of scientific, philosophical and poetic writings, French, 13th century; Bibliotheque Sainte-Genevieve, Paris, France; Photo © Raffaello Bencini.

Shaker Scales, c. 1938. Creator: George V. Vezolles
Shaker Scales, c. 1938

Shaker Scales, 1935/1942. Creator: George V. Vezolles
Shaker Scales, 1935/1942

Shaker Scales, c. 1939. Creator: George V. Vezolles
Shaker Scales, c. 1939

Shaker Scales, c. 1941. Creator: George V. Vezolles
Shaker Scales, c. 1941

Shaker Scales, 1935/1942. Creator: George V. Vezolles
Shaker Scales, 1935/1942

The Hollow Tree, 1876 (oil on canvas)
6198821 The Hollow Tree, 1876 (oil on canvas) by Linnell, John (1792-1882); 105.4x146 cm; The McManus, Dundee, UK; (add.info.: John Linnell (1792-1882)); Dundee Art Galleries and Museums; English

The Stanley Cycle Show at the Agricultural Hall (engraving)
1064025 The Stanley Cycle Show at the Agricultural Hall (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Stanley Cycle Show at the Agricultural Hall)

Man operating a pulley with a lever and fulcrum. After an 18th century work

Lazio Roma Rome S. Agata Italy italian country
Lazio Roma Rome S. Agata, this is my Italy, the italian country of visual history, Post-medieval Architecture, architectural sculpture, sculpture

The See-saw Nations, 1898: John Bull and Uncle Sam on one end, Russia, Germany, France, China, Spain and Turkey struggle to weigh down the other. History and a cannon at the fulcrum

Cartoon, Political Mathematicians, Shaking the Broad bottomd Hemispheres, by James Gillray. To that last Hope of the Country, the New Opposition

Illustration of lever with fulcrum at one end, effort at the other, and load in the middle

Illustration of lever with effort exerted in the centre, fulcrum at one end and load at the other

Illustration of lever with fulcrum between the effort and load

Mechanical advantage: The power of the lever, 1877. Lever of the second kind where effort is between fulcrum and load. Resistance, A, between power, B, and fulcrum, C

MiG-29 fighter jet C016 / 7628
A Russian MiG-29 fighter at an air display. A product of the Mikoyan-Guryevich design bureau, the MiG-29 (NATO reporting name Fulcrum ) is a fourth-generation air superiority fighter

MiG-29 fighter jet C016 / 7626
A Russian MiG-29 OVT fighter just after take-off. This development prototype features thrust-vectoring nozzles on its engines

MiG-35 fighter jet C016 / 7627
A Russian MiG-35 fighter at an air display. A product of the Mikoyan-Guryevich design bureau, the MiG-35 (NATO reporting name Fulcrum-F ) is a fourth-plus generation air superiority fighter

Mechanical systems, diagram
Mechanical systems. Diagram of six different mechanical systems, with arrows showing the direction of the forces involved

Crane in dock reflected in water
Crane. A large crane in a commercial dock reflected in a large pool of rainwater. Photographed in St. Petersburg, Russia

MiG-35 fighter at airshow C015 / 6191
MiG-35. A Russian MiG-35 fighter seen inverted during a display at an airshow. The MiG-35 is a single-seat, twin engined fighter

MiG-29 fighter landing C016 / 2716
A Russian MiG-29 fighter deploys its braking parachute after landing. A product of the Mikoyan-Guryevich design bureau, the MiG-29 (NATO reporting name Fulcrum)

MiG-29 fighters taking off C016 / 2707
A pair of Russian MiG-29 fighters seen taking off. A product of the Mikoyan-Guryevich design bureau, the MiG-29 (NATO reporting name Fulcrum ) is a fourth-generation air superiority fighter

MiG-29 fighter jet in flight during a rehearsal of the Victory Parade Air Show dedicated to the 65th Victory Day. Photographed at Chkalov airport, Russia, on 16th April 2010

Load testing a fighter fuselage
A test facility of the Russian Aircraft Corporation MiG

See-saw on an Easter Egg with the Easter Bunny
A rather splendid symbolism-packed Easter card, with two children, a boy and a girl, playing on a see-saw balanced on a giant Easter egg

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"Fulcrum: The Art of Balance and Power" In the world of mechanics, a the pivotal point that enables leverage and balance. Just like the Martini-Henry Rifle, engraved with intricate details showcasing its power and precision, or The Hollow Tree painting capturing nature's delicate equilibrium on canvas. The Stanley Cycle Show at the Agricultural Hall engraving takes us back to a time when bicycles revolutionized transportation, highlighting how even a simple machine can rely on a well-placed fulcrum for efficient movement. And in the realm of politics, Cartoon Political Mathematicians humorously depicts how politicians often try to find their own fulcrums to gain an advantage. But it's not just about machines and politics; everyday life also relies on this fundamental principle. A man operating a pulley with a lever and fulcrum demonstrates how we use these principles in our daily tasks - from lifting heavy objects to accomplishing complex projects. Even as time progresses, such as seen in Army and Navy Stores Catalogue pages from 1939-40 lithographs showcasing various tools utilizing this concept, the importance of understanding the role of fulcrums remains unchanged. Beyond mechanics lies art - Lazio Roma Rome S. Agata Italy Italian country captures both history and beauty through its architecture. Like an artist finding their creative balance using different mediums, so too does society find harmony by embracing diversity while relying on common foundations, and are more than just physical points; they symbolize unity amidst diversity – where cultures converge without losing individuality. In Lazio Roma Rome S. Agata Italy Italian country, we witness this fusion firsthand – ancient ruins coexisting harmoniously alongside modern structures. Just as each image represents different aspects of life connected by one central theme - "fulcrum, " let us remember that finding our own balancing point allows us to navigate challenges with grace and efficiency.