Mouse Mat : Pavel Yablochkov
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Pavel Yablochkov
PAVEL YABLOCHKOV Russian electric engineer, worked on telegraph system, developedthe first arc lamp, settled in Paris 1876
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1847 1876 1894 Electric Engineer Lamp Pavel Settled System Telegraph Worked
Mouse Pad
Standard Size Mouse Pad 7.75" x 9..25". High density Neoprene w linen surface. Easy to clean, stain resistant finish. Rounded corners.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19.6cm x 23.7cm (7.7" x 9.3")
Estimated Product Size is 20.2cm x 23.7cm (8" x 9.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This image depicts Pavel Yablochkov (1847-1894), a pioneering Russian electric engineer who made significant strides in the development of electric lighting. Born in Russia, Yablochkov is best known for his work on the telegraph system and his creation of the first practical arc lamp. The arc lamp, a precursor to the incandescent bulb, was a groundbreaking invention that used an electric current to produce light through an electric arc between two carbon electrodes. Yablochkov's design, which featured a unique system of regulating the voltage to maintain a steady arc, was a major improvement over earlier arc lamp designs. In the late 1870s, Yablochkov settled in Paris, where he continued to refine his arc lamp technology. By 1894, he had developed a lamp that could produce a steady, bright light for several hours at a time, making it a popular choice for use in public spaces and theaters. Despite the lamp's success, Yablochkov's work on electric lighting is often overshadowed by the more well-known achievements of Thomas Edison and Thomas Alva Edison. However, Yablochkov's contributions were instrumental in paving the way for the widespread adoption of electric lighting and the electrification of cities around the world. This photograph, taken in the late 1800s, captures Yablochkov in the prime of his career, with a determined expression and a focused gaze that speaks to his passion for innovation and his commitment to advancing the field of electric engineering. The image serves as a reminder of Yablochkov's important role in the history of electric lighting and the impact of his work on the world we live in today.
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