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scales on a slide rule (in Explore)

Slide rules consist of a body, a slider and a cursor and have any number of numerical engraved scales that support a variety of mathematical calculations (multiplication, division, trigonometric, exponential and transcendental computations. Prior to the development of electronic/scientific calculators, slide rules were an important instrument for performing various calculations.

 

Focus stck (48 images) Shot with single off-camera flash (Godox AD200/Godox XPor II L trigger), bare bulb, mounted to overhead boom, bounced off 32 inch white umbrella.

 

Shot for Flickr Friday -scales

 

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Uploaded on July 11, 2024
Taken on July 11, 2024