Photo Electric Amplifier Circuit Used in United Cinephone Model 50 Photo Control, 1938
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Artifact Overview
George Devol was a problem solver and prolific inventor -- particularly in the area of automation. In the 1930s, he formed United Cinephone Corporation. The company made electric and photoelectric controls, switches and timers used to speed up and improve manufacturing. His most important work led to his patent for the first industrial robot.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Research notes
Date Made
18 August 1938
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Drawing signed by E. M. Pritchard and L. R. Ripley.
Collection Title
Location
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
2012.64.132
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Donated by the Family of George C. Devol.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Dimensions
Height: 12.5 in
Width: 8 in
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