Diagram of Car Motor in Series "Multiple"
Drawing
A technical drawing on aged, fragile paper, depicting an electrical motor system for a rail car or streetcar. The schematic illustrates the connection of multiple motors in a series circuit, with labels indicating current flow to and from the motors. The diagram includes a simplified outline of the vehicle with components labeled "Motor 1" and "Motor 2," showing how electricity is distributed between them.
This appears to be a patent or engineering design related to electric rail systems, possibly linked to Lewis H. Latimer or another inventor from the late 19th or early 20th century. Latimer was instrumental in developing electrical systems, particularly in the advancement of lighting and power distribution.
Latimer Family Papers (1870-1996 ) [QPL Full Collection]
Text reads: "Car Motor in Series 'Multiple'" Additional faint labels indicate current direction and motor connections.