Model of a Disengaging Gear for Paddle Wheels, Rijkswerf Rotterdam, 1844 demonstration model Model of the disconnection of the crankshaft of a scoop wheel, on a ground board. The stools fits into a slot in the stool, where it is held between two clamps. These can be removed, so that the stools are disconnected and then moves freely through the slot with every stroke of the stool. Scale 1: 5 (derived). model maker: Rotterdamafter design by: United Kingdom wood (plant material). brass (alloy)

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Photo credit: © piemags/rmn / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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