View of a Archimedes Screw

Archimedes Screw (Procured in 1829):  Diver model is used to illustrate transmission of pressure by a liquid, Archimedes principle and the compressibility of gases.  Approximately 1-1/2 inches long.  A hydrometer jar and rubber diaphragm are required accessories.  Each section room has a 1-1/2 jar which can be used to demonstrated the diver., Credit Line: U.S. Military Academy, courtesy of AIP Emilio Segrè Visual Archives
Abstract/Description: Archimedes Screw (Procured in 1829): Diver model is used to illustrate transmission of pressure by a liquid, Archimedes principle and the compressibility of gases. Approximately 1-1/2 inches long. A hydrometer jar and rubber diaphragm are required accessories. Each section room has a 1-1/2 jar which can be used to demonstrated the diver.
Subject(s): Equipment and supplies
Instruments
West Point (N.Y.)
United States Military Academy
Credit Line: U.S. Military Academy, courtesy of AIP Emilio Segrè Visual Archives
Catalog ID: US Military Academy F1