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Papers on chronometer improvements, 1855 - 1859

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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 6/592

Scope and Contents

Correspondence and papers concerning refinements and improvements to chronometers, including B. Russell's new escapements, with drawings; J.V. Weber's plan for equalising tension in the main spring, with plans; trials of J.M. Bloxam's gravity clock escapements; J.E. Merritt's compensating pendulum; E.T. Loseby's improvements in clocks, with plans and a description of the Leicester Exchange Clock; S. May's new chronometer balance; J.R. Hall's patent for improved clocks and watches; a hermetic case tested by J. Washington; C. Frodsham's trials of chronometers; M.J. Johnson's magnetic dispenser; and claims by J.G. Ulrich for rewards for his chronometers.

Dates

  • Creation: 1855 - 1859

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

From the Management Group:

Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).

Extent

1 volume(s) (1 volume)

Language of Materials

English

Former / Other Reference

J5/58

Finding aid date

2006-01-06 11:51:23+00:00

Includes index.

Repository Details

Part of the Cambridge University Library Repository

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