Photos | The Mighty Rotor Machine

The Mighty Rotor Machine

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This imposing machine with its giant metal cylinder, coils, and spiraling spokes is a true feat of engineering. Captured in 2008 at Caltech LIGO, its design and motor power hint at the potential for future transportation and aircraft engines.

BLIP-2 Description:

a large machine with a large metal cylinder inside

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Original Dimensions:

4368w x 2912h - (download 4k)

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iso
1600
metering mode
5
aperture
f/2.8
focal length
16mm
shutter speed
1/100s
camera make
Canon
camera model
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