Lithgow water tunnel
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Lithgow water tunnel
Lithgow water tunnel. Researcher (lower right) standing on the Lithgow water tunnel. This water tunnel, built in the UK in around 1932, was used to test propeller designs for cavitation. Cavitation is the formation of bubbles in a liquid due to changes in pressure, as happens in water being churned by a propeller. Studies of cavitation aim to improve propeller design to reduce this unwanted effect. Photographed in the Ship Division of the National Physical Laboratory, Teddington, UK
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1900s Apparatus Designs Engineer Engineering Experiment Experimental Fluid Dynamics History Of Science Large Maritime National Physical Laboratory Nautical Physicist Researcher Scientist Ship Division Shipping Teddington Test Transport Transportation Laboratory Mono Chrome Water Flow
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This print captures the Lithgow water tunnel, a significant piece of engineering history. Taken in the Ship Division of the National Physical Laboratory in Teddington, UK, it showcases a researcher standing on this remarkable structure. Built around 1932 in the United Kingdom, this water tunnel played a crucial role in testing propeller designs for cavitation. Cavitation refers to the formation of bubbles within a liquid due to changes in pressure caused by propellers churning water. The study of cavitation aims to minimize this unwanted effect and enhance propeller design. This photograph offers us a glimpse into the world of maritime research and experimentation during the early 20th century. The image portrays an adult male scientist engrossed in his work amidst large-scale equipment and apparatuses. His presence highlights both human ingenuity and dedication to technological advancements within transportation and fluid dynamics. With its historical significance, this print serves as a testament to British engineering prowess at that time. It symbolizes an era when scientists like him pushed boundaries, striving for innovation while laying foundations for future developments. Science Photo Library has once again captured an extraordinary moment from our scientific past with their exceptional attention to detail and preservation of history through photography.
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