A new edition by Paul Spooner As well as a useful tool in the teaching of mathematics, this tableau is an example of an environmentally responsible work of art in that some of the materials have been recycled twice. The oak frame was once a bedside table belonging to a family living in Wallasey. It […]
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The Spinning Heart Machine by Martin Smith
We are delighted to offer this limited edition collector’s piece from Martin Smith. It is the next piece in a series of his kinetic objects that celebrate love. As the handle is turned the gears engage to hypnotically flip, spin and rotate the heart. “She makes my heart spin, she always has”. Materials: Steel and […]
Cam Followers for Automata – Dug’s Tips 16
Cams are the mechanisms that add life to our automata. As many people have noted, they can be viewed as a type of ‘memory’ that allows the mechanism to perform the same motion over and over again. Cams can’t do it alone, however. Cams are usually paired with a cam follower that translates the shape […]
The Mechanicals at The Observatory
The Mechanicals exhibition is at The Observatory Science Centre until 31st August 2015. The Observatory Science Centre Herstmonceux Hailsham East Sussex BN27 1RN Admission Charges: Adults £8. Children £6.15. Concessions and Family Tickets also available. The Observatory Science Centre
Magical Spring Automata by Keith Newstead
We have two new designs from Keith Newstead to celebrate the coming of Spring. The mythical Unicorn and leaping Hare are the latest pieces to join our lively mechanical menagerie. Unicorn by Keith Newstead …more info March Hare by Keith Newstead …more info