Philosophical table, c.1761-1762
The philosophical table is the centrepiece of the mechanics apparatus made by george Adams, instrument maker to the king, for George III. It was designed for use in almost all of the mechanics demonstrations. The upright pillar at one end can be used to suspend magnets and pulleys, and for pendulum and impact experiments. The apparatus for collision experiments is attached to the far end.
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