Title

Heinrich Hertz's experiments of electromagnetic waves: demonstration proves James Clerk Maxwell's contention that a metallic surface should reflect electromagnetic waves

Caption

Engraving depicting Heinrich Hertz's experiments of electromagnetic waves: demonstration proves James Clerk Maxwell's contention that a metallic surface should reflect electromagnetic waves. Resonator at R) sends out waves, S), which are reflected by mirror at M), and received by resonator at C). Heinrich Hertz (1857-1894) a German physicist. James Clerk Maxwell (1831-1879) a Scottish scientist in the field of mathematical physics. Dated 20th Century

Date

20th century

Credit line

Photo12/Ann Ronan Picture Library

Reference

ARP23A15_263

License type

Rights managed

Available size

60,0Mb (2,6Mb) / 23,8in x 9,8in / 7154 x 2932 (300dpi)

Keywords

20th Century Engraving Engraved Illustration Illustrated Henrich Hertz German Physicist Physics History of Physics Experiment Experimentation Electromagnetic Waves Electromagnet Electromagnetic Wave Waves Wave Diagram Demonstration James Clerk Maxwell Scottish Scotland Mathematical Physics Mathematic Mathematician History of Mathematics History of Mathematical Physics Scientist Science History of Science 20th Century