Rods Collection (page 10)

Methionine, molecular model
Methionine. Molecular model of the amino acid methionine. Its chemical formula is C5.H11.N.O2.S. Atoms are represented as rods and are colour- coded: carbon (blue), hydrogen (gold)

FK506-binding protein molecule. Computer model showing the primary (rods) and secondary (alpha- helices, blue, and beta-sheets)

Enzyme catalysing DNA recombination. Computer model of the enzyme flippase recombinase (FLP recombinase, atoms represented as tubes)

Nanotube technology, artwork
Nanotube technology. Conceptual computer artwork of cylindrical fullerene molecules (carbon nanotubes). The carbon atoms are arranged in a structure consisting of interlinking hexagonal rings

Fractured bolts. Close-up of the ends of a number of threaded steel rods, showing where they have snapped, due to the application of excessive stress

Top of the connecting rod Date: 1795

Bear and his friends on a fishing trip
A bear and his friends go on a fishing trip, but are disappointed to see a No Fishing sign when they reach the water

Edwardian friends inspecting a catch of fish, Pembrokeshire
A group of Edwardian friends inspecting a catch of fish in a large Pembrokeshire garden. The two men, one of whom is a vicar, are holding fishing rods

Parisian Fishermen
Parisian men fishing on the banks of the Seine

Railway Sleeper - Grimsby Station
The Railway Sleeper series - A snoozing deep sea fisherman propped up against a bollard at Grimsby Station holding onto his latest catch of a giant cod! Painting by Malcolm Greensmith

Catch of the day
A jolly fisherman wearing a bright yellow waterproof jacket holds on to his mighty catch - an enormous cod. His fishing companion seems less than impressed with his catch or his bufoonery!

Roasting fifty six geese at once for the inmates of the old
Man turning the handle of a large roasting spit holding fifty six geese for the Old Mens Hospital, Norwich. The spit is composed of 10 rods, each having six geese on each

Stacking Willow Rods
A man, in Athelney, Somerset, stacks bundles of dried willow rods called withes on a cart to be used for wickerwork and basket-making

Fishing / St. James Park
Young boys fish in St James Park, London

Fishing by the Mill
The Middle Mill, formerly called The Kings Mill, on the River Colne, Colchester, Essex, England, now sadly demolished forever

Surveying with a Compass
Surveying with a mounted compass

Indian Exhibit / C. Palace
Models of Ships in the Indian exhibit

Crinoline in the Rain
Another sacrifice made in the name of fashion. The breadth of poor Kittys crinoline prevents her and Adolphus, her chivalrous beau, from gaining shelter inside a carriage

Lear / Nonsense / Marseilles
There was an Old Man of Marseilles, whose daughters wore bottle-green veils: They caught several fish, which they put in a dish, And sent to their Pa at Marseilles

A Catch of Fish
A good days fishing catch, Australia

Basketmaking
An old man weaving wicker rods into a basket

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"Exploring the World of Rods: From Manila Carnival to Scottish Fishing-Lodges" Captivating the crowd at the Manila Carnival, Miss Ilocos Sur gracefully twirls her rod with finesse and charm. Fly fishing enthusiasts rejoice as a skilled angler lands a magnificent Brown Trout using only his trusty rod and fly box in South Uist, Outer Hebrides. Peering into the microscopic world, we discover Pseudomonas aeruginosa bacteria under SEM, resembling delicate rods that hold secrets of life's tiniest organisms. Planning an adventure in the Lake District? Don't forget your essential fishing equipment - a reliable rod that promises thrilling catches amidst picturesque landscapes. In 1938, Mr Samuel Bloor astounds Okengates with his water divining skills, utilizing a mystical rod to locate hidden sources beneath the earth's surface. Delicate yet powerful, our eyes' intricate structure reveals rod and cone cells through SEM imagery - marveling at nature's design for vision. Serenity unfolds as ripples dance upon tranquil ponds; witness their mesmerizing patterns created by gentle touches from unseen rods of wind or creatures below. Returning to history's embrace, let us transport ourselves to a Scottish fishing-lodge circa 1840 where passionate anglers gather to discuss their impressive salmon catches over shared tales and laughter on long wooden rods. William Heath Robinson humorously captures crabbing adventures in "Crabbing Their Style, " showcasing inventive contraptions involving rods and ropes that add whimsy to seaside escapades. Embarking on an age-old tradition known as "Beating Bounds" in 1930; villagers mark their territory using long wooden rods while celebrating community ties and preserving ancient boundaries. In this diverse collection of moments captured throughout time and across continents, one common thread remains - the humble yet versatile rod, forever entwined with human endeavors and the wonders of nature.