Jenkins Transmitting Scanning Device for Weather Map Facsimile Recorder, circa 1927
THF96229 / Jenkins Transmitting Scanning Device for Weather Map Facsimile Recorder, circa 1927
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Artifact Overview
Charles Francis Jenkins, pioneer of mechanical scanning television, also developed one of the first marine facsimile systems, depicted here. In 1926, Jenkins created an experimental device similar to a modern fax machine, capable of transmitting weather maps to ships at sea. In September, it became a lifeline, guiding the USS Kittery to safety against the blows of the Great Miami Hurricane.
Artifact Details
Artifact
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Date Made
circa 1927
Creators
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
40.567.28
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Grace Jenkins.
Dimensions
Length: 24 in
Diameter: 12 in
Inscriptions
On map: March 29, 1927
On map: JENKINS / SYSTEM
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