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Professors Ayrton and Perrys new electric railway
A model of a electrical railway designed by Professors Ayrton and Perry. There were a number of dynamo-electric machines in the experimental stages, however the problem lay in the efficency of electrical usage. Ayrton and Perry invented a well insulated cable that ran along side the railway track, instead of directly through the track
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1882 22nd Ayrton Cable Directly Dyn Amo Electric Electrical Experimental Invented Machines Perry Problem Professors Stages Track Usage Designed Insulated
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"April 1882: A New Era in Transportation - Professors Ayrton and Perry's Innovative Electric Railway This model showcases Professors Ayrton and Perry's groundbreaking electric railway design, a pioneering development in transportation history. In the late 19th century, electrical power was a burgeoning technology, and dynamo-electric machines were being experimented with for railway applications. However, the efficiency of electrical usage posed a significant challenge. The dynamic duo, renowned scientists of their time, addressed this issue by inventing a well-insulated cable. Instead of running directly through the railway track, the cable was laid alongside it. This ingenious solution not only improved the efficiency of electrical usage but also prevented the degradation of the tracks. The model depicted here represents the culmination of their experimental stages, which began in the 1870s. With several dynamo-electric machines in various stages of development, Ayrton and Perry's persistence paid off. Their insulated cable, a crucial innovation, paved the way for more efficient and reliable electrical railway systems. The importance of this invention in the annals of transportation history cannot be overstated. It marked a significant step towards the electrification of railways, which would eventually revolutionize the way people and goods were transported. This model serves as a testament to the ingenuity and determination of Professors Ayrton and Perry." Image Reference: Mary Evans Picture Library, ILN 21, 22nd April 1882, p. 411.
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