Epicyclic Gear (Sun & Planet Type)

Description

Represents internal structure and operating principles of an air cooled two-stroke engine. All parts in aluminium alloy. Ignition is shown by means of a miniature bulb. Carburetter and fuel supply also sectioned. Mounted on base with printed diagram showing working. Two-Stroke Petrol Engine Four-Stroke Petrol Engine are also available.

Description

To show the forces which can be exerted during thermal expansion or contraction. Comprising a heavy cast iron frame 340x120x100mm with slotted end pillars to carry a stout iron bar. The bar is threaded at one end for a large tensioning nut and has holes at the other end to accommodate the cast iron breaking bars. Supplied complete with ten breaking bars.

Description

For use as a water turbine to drive a generator producing electricity or for use as a pump driven by a motor and raising a head of water to produce potential energy. The rotor has eight 'bucket' blades and is housed in a block turbine chamber with a clear Perspex front. Two inlet tubules (for turbine and pump operation respectively) and one outlet tubule are provided and the shaft carries a 15 mm. diameter pulley. With driving belt.