Ramsden Friction Machine

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Ramsden friction machine.

Artist

Name:: Unknown

Illustration

Subject:: Science & Technology
Technique:: Wood Engraving
Format:: Portrait (taller)

Book

Title:: Nouveau dictionnaire encyclopédique universel illustré
Author:: Trousset, Jules (under the direction of)
Publisher:: Paris: La Librairie Illustrée, 1885-1891
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Description:

A Ramsden friction machine is a device that generates static electricity. It features a rotating disc housed in a frame mounted on short legs, with various mechanical components visible.

The caption reads in the original French: Machine électrique de Ramsden.

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{{cite web | title=Ramsden Friction Machine | url=https://www.oldbookillustrations.com/illustrations/ramsden-friction-machine/ | author=Unknown | year=1885-1891 | access-date=March 15, 2026 | publisher=Old Book Illustrations}}