Rigidity Collection

Rigidity: A Fascinating Exploration of the Human Condition (DDE-90025396, DDE-90025394, DDE-90025395

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Oman, Wadi Bani Khalid, houses by fan palm trees with mountains in background at desert Date: 18/01/2007

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Oman, Wadi Bani Awf, rocky mountains with trees and landscape in Arabian Peninsula Date: 18/01/2007

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Oman, Wadi Bani Awf, rocky mountains with trees, electricity pylon and landscape in Arabian Peninsula Date: 18/01/2007

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Mauritius, Le Morne, photo of a rocky huge cliff with trees against sky at dusk Date: 16/08/2008

Rigidity Collection: Involuntary contracture, from Nouvelle Iconographie de la Salpetriere

Involuntary contracture, from Nouvelle Iconographie de la Salpetriere
CHT236824 Involuntary contracture, from Nouvelle Iconographie de la Salpetriere by Professor Jean Martin Charcot (1825-93) published in Paris, 1889 (b/w photo) by Londe

Catalepsy Produced By Electric Light. From El Museo Popular Published Madrid, 1889

Rigidity Collection: Singers special Safety Bicycle (c1886). Chain-driven machine introducing the

Singers special Safety Bicycle (c1886). Chain-driven machine introducing the diamond frame which gave greater rigidity in spite of lightness. Wood engraving 1890

Rigidity Collection: Japan - Era of Daimyos

Japan - Era of Daimyos
From 17th to 19th century Japan is governed by the DAIMYOS ( great names ) who bring peace and prosperity, but at the cost of rigidity, intolerance and isolation

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Rigidity: A Fascinating Exploration of the Human Condition (DDE-90025396, DDE-90025394, DDE-90025395). From the medical realm, rigidity refers to the involuntary contraction of muscles, as depicted in historical medical illustrations like "Involuntary contracture, from Nouvelle Iconographie de la Salpetriere." This condition can be contrasted with the rigid posture of catalepsy, as illustrated in "Catalepsy Produced By Electric Light. From El Museo Popular Published Madrid, 1889." Meanwhile, in the realm of technology, the rigidity of machinery brought about significant advancements. The introduction of the chain-driven Singers special Safety Bicycle (c1886) revolutionized transportation, offering a smoother ride than its predecessors. Even in the era of Daimyos in Japan (DDE-90021181), rigidity in engineering was essential for the creation of intricate samurai armor and the construction of impressive castles. Rigidity, whether in the human body or in machinery, is a complex concept that has shaped our understanding of both the natural world and the technological advancements that define our modern lives.