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Blueprint of Electrical Distribution Pole No. 2.6

Drawing
This blueprint illustrates a detailed technical drawing of an electrical distribution pole with an intricate network of wires, insulators, transformers, and other structural elements. The diagram contains multiple labeled components, showing a complex system for transmitting electricity. The image is executed in the traditional blueprint style, featuring white linework against a deep blue background. The lower portion of the blueprint is labeled "Pole No. 2.6," indicating that it is part of a larger series of technical schematics.
Blueprint of Electrical Distribution Pole No. 2.6 picture number 1

This technical drawing is a prime example of late 19th- to early 20th-century electrical engineering, showcasing the infrastructure needed to support electrical distribution. During this period, engineers such as Lewis Howard Latimer played a crucial role in the expansion of electric lighting systems, particularly in urban environments. Latimer contributed significantly to the standardization and practical application of electrical distribution networks, working alongside Thomas Edison and other pioneers of electric power. This blueprint may have been used for city planning or by an engineering team to construct and maintain electrical grids, ensuring efficient power transmission.

The Lewis H. Latimer Papers (1870-1929, 1972) [QPL Subgroup]Latimer Family Papers (1870-1996 ) [QPL Full Collection]

"Pole No. 2.6" (Lower right) Various labeled components with letters and numbers "Elevation" (Possibly indicating the side view) "Junction" (Part of the network structure)