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StatsHigh-voltage pulse generator
- 500.0 x 220.0 cm
High-voltage pulse generator by Philips Vinckboons (II) – a stunning 1937 technical illustration of an industrial marvel. Explore this unique artwork's intricate design & historical significance.
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Discover Philips Vinckboons (II), a Dutch architect of the Dutch Classicism era. Explore his innovative designs & influence on Amsterdam's architecture.
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High-voltage pulse generator
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The Marx generator is a type of high-voltage pulse generator. This one was mainly used to test the effect of a lightning strike on power grid components. This generator can produce voltage spikes of 1600 kilovolts. That is almost 7,000 times higher than the 230 volts from a mains socket. This brief pulse lasts for around 50 microseconds. That is a lot compared to the 230 volts from a mains socket. This brief pulse lasts for around 50 microseconds. The fabrication method made it possible to deliver the generator for various voltages simply by joining together more or less standard parts. This generator has four columns, with two capacitors in each column. The object is around four metres high and stands on a square base plate two metres wide.
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Which period of Philips Vinckboons (Ii)'s career does "High-voltage pulse generator" belong to?
"High-voltage pulse generator" represents the Mature Period of Philips Vinckboons (Ii).
Where does "High-voltage pulse generator" stand among Philips Vinckboons (Ii)'s recurring subjects?
Among Philips Vinckboons (Ii)'s recorded themes - technological optimism, industrial progress era, engineering marvels, modernist precision, early digital art", vinckboons' technical focus", amsterdam's industrial scene, documenting innovation" - "High-voltage pulse generator" brings its own focus on industrial design, electrical engineering, technical illustration, vintage technology, high voltage power, mechanical complexity, 1930s innovation.
In what year was "High-voltage pulse generator" by Philips Vinckboons (Ii) created?
"High-voltage pulse generator" by Philips Vinckboons (Ii) was created in 1937.
Artist Biography
early life and career
philips vinckboons (ii), a renowned dutch architect, was born in 1607 in the netherlands. he was part of the school of jacob van campen, embodying the essence of dutch classicism. vinckboons' work was highly regarded in his native city of amsterdam, where he left an indelible mark on the architectural landscape.notable works and contributions
* **fluorescent lamp**: one of vinckboons' notable works is the fluorescent lamp, now housed in the nemo science museum (amsterdam, netherlands). this piece showcases his innovative approach to design. (view on TopImpressionists) * **influence on dutch architecture**: vinckboons' adherence to dutch classicism influenced a generation of architects, shaping the country's architectural identity.legacy and remembrance
* **museum universiteitsbibliotheek (leiden, netherlands)**: though not directly associated with vinckboons, this institution is a testament to the netherlands' rich cultural heritage, which vinckboons contributed to. (discover more on TopImpressionists) * **st. joriskerk (amersfoort, netherlands)**: this historic church, now an art museum, represents the evolution of dutch art and architecture, a context in which vinckboons' work can be understood. (explore st. joriskerk on TopImpressionists)- key dates: born in 1607, deceased on october 2, 1678.
- notable movement: dutch classicism, under the influence of jacob van campen.
- legacy: vinckboons' architectural designs remain a cornerstone of dutch architectural history.
further exploration on TopImpressionists
* philips vinckboons (ii) | 24 artworks - dive into the comprehensive collection of vinckboons' works. * the museum town hall of amsterdam, netherlands - understand the broader context of dutch art and architecture.
Philips Vinckboons (Ii)
1607 - 1678 , Netherlands
Quick Facts
- Full Name: Hendrick Andriessen”, known as Mancken Heyn
- Nationality: Flemish
- Date Of Birth: 1607
- Date Of Death: 1678
- Place Of Birth: Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Notable Artworks:
- Vanitas with a skull
- Smoker still lifes
- Artistic Movement Or Style: Vanitas still lifes, 'smoker' scenes
- Artists Who Influenced This Artist:
- Pieter Lastman
- Peter Paul Rubens
- Artists Or Movements Influenced By This Artist: ['Utrecht Caravaggisti']
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