Title

An experiment that demonstrates the centre of gravity

Caption

Engraving depicting an experiment that demonstrates the centre of gravity. Porter is shown carrying a heavy load on his back and another man is carrying a bucket of water, both alter their centre of gravity in order to obtain stability. Dated 19th Century

Date

19th century

Credit line

Photo12/Ann Ronan Picture Library

Reference

ARP23A16_051

License type

Rights managed

Available size

60,0Mb (3,5Mb) / 20,0in x 11,7in / 5986 x 3503 (300dpi)

Keywords

19th Century Engraving Engraved Illustration Illustrated Demonstration Demonstrated Centre of Gravity Gravity Experiment Experimental Experiments Suspension Bucket Water Heavy Back Back Support Support Stability Support Physics History of Physics Science History of Science Scientific 19th Century