Object Details
- Description
- A composition of force table was designed to demonstrate the laws of the composition and resolution of forces. In this example, the cast iron top is 40 cm diameter, with an outer edge raised and graduated in degrees. The inscription reads “Central Scientific Company.” New it cost $25.00.
- Ref: Central Scientific Co., Physical & Chemical Apparatus (Chicago, 1912), p. 65.
- Location
- Currently not on view
- Data Source
- National Museum of American History
- user
- Youngstown State University
- maker
- Central Scientific Company
- Credit Line
- Richard J. Zitto
- Measurements
- overall: 15 in x 15 1/2 in x 17 in; 38.1 cm x 39.37 cm x 43.18 cm
- Object Name
- composition of force table
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