Jenkins Scanner Drum for a Facsimile Receiver, circa 1927
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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.
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
Scanner
Date Made
circa 1927
Creators
Place of Creation
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Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
40.567.25
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Grace Jenkins.
Material
Brass (Alloy)
Composite material
Dimensions
Height: 7 in
Width: 8.5 in
Length: 21 in
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