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Re: Re[2]: [ATM] RE: Silicone Failure

Bruce,

>each part was aesthetically pleasing --
>even the spokes of the crank wheel (yes, it was hand cranked) had an
>s-shape.

Although this may be looking as an aesthetic design, S-shape has
another purpose, at least in the eyes of contemporary engineers of that
time.
It was supposed to provide greater mechanical strength for a given
weight of spokes by following direction of the force exerted on spokes.

> Even when they made their TOOLS they took the time
>to add the beauty.
Yes, and therefore we all like to have some of those things around as
decorations.

Regards
Vladimir.





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