Technical Drawing of an Electric Light Bulb
Drawing
This is a technical drawing illustrating the internal structure of an electric light bulb. The diagram depicts a glass bulb with a filament inside, connected to electrical terminals at the base. The illustration appears to detail the components of the bulb, possibly indicating improvements or modifications in its design. The presence of detailed annotations suggests it could be part of a patent or technical report related to early incandescent lighting.
Lewis H. Latimer was instrumental in the development of electric lighting, particularly in improving the carbon filament used in incandescent bulbs. His contributions helped make electric lighting more practical and affordable for widespread use. This drawing could be part of his documentation related to advancements in light bulb design.
Latimer Family Papers (1870-1996 ) [QPL Full Collection]
"See other side." (Handwritten notation at the top of the page)