Patent Model - Method of Propelling Vessels by the Buoyancy of Air in Water Acting Against Inclined Surfaces
Maker and role
Sylvester Hall, Patentee
Production date
Nov 06 1843
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Media/Materials
Metal
Measurements
4 1/2 x 29 3/4 x 6" (11.4 x 75.6 x 15.2cm)
Description
Hall's patent "consists in making use of the buoyant force of atmospheric air discharged in channels or grooves under the vessel to propel it by causing the air to act in its ascent against an inclined surface of the vessel, by which the buoyant force of the air is transmitted..." (Patent Number 3,332)
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Object number
2015.14.35
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