Name Plate, Reference Number 3103, 1946
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George Devol was a problem solver and prolific inventor, particularly in the area of automation. Around 1940, Devol developed the "Sun Switch," a photoelectric switch, to regulate light levels. Lighting for streets, factories and other public, private and business areas could be turned on and off reliably and efficiently with this device. This technical drawing defined the design requirements for one of its components.
George Devol was a problem solver and prolific inventor, particularly in the area of automation. Around 1940, Devol developed the "Sun Switch," a photoelectric switch, to regulate light levels. Lighting for streets, factories and other public, private and business areas could be turned on and off reliably and efficiently with this device. This technical drawing defined the design requirements for one of its components.
Artifact
Technical drawing
Date Made
01 February 1946
Creators
Place of Creation
United States, Connecticut, Torrington
Creator Notes
Created for the Ripley Company
Collection Title
On Exhibit
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
2012.64.145
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Donated by the Family of George C. Devol.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Dimensions
Height: 9 in
Width: 11.75 in
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