HIGH RESOLUTION EXHIBIT PICTURES

a selection of the images exhibited at the International Center of Photography and the National Museum of American History 

From the late 1920's, Science Service news syndicate sent out thousands of photographs showing the activities of scientists. This virtual exhibit highlights some of these photographs.

WEAVING LIGHT

1997.3001.002 exhibition identification number

July 16, 1938

Light rays woven into odd patterns to demonstrate how they can be controlled at Nela Park General Electric Institute.

This photo shows how effectively the new light-control demonstrator illustrates its illuminating story. Note how lens, prism, reflector and mirror can be used to "steer" light rays in any direction desired.

Original Caption by Science Service
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