| Reference number | MC/24/167 |
| Alternative reference number | 09167 |
| Level | Item |
| Title | Letter from Elmer [Ambrose] Sperry, Hotel Adlon, Berlin, Unter den Linden 1., am Pariser Platz, to the Honourable Secretary of the Royal Society, Burlington House, London |
| Creator | Perry; Elmer Ambrose (1869-1930) |
| Date | 16 June 1909 |
| Description | Expressing interest in presenting the results of his work, particularly models, at the Converzationé and mentions correspondence with Sir William Crookes and Professor Perry [enclosure present], seeking clarification on whether his exhibit is accepted for the Converzationé on the 24th. Expresses willingness to set up the apparatus, and requests confirmation before Tuesday noon, emphasising the importance of this matter amid their other commitments.
The letter attached, is the aforementioned correspondence with Sir William Crookes. Sperry, attending the Seventh International Congress of Applied Chemistry, informs about bringing two gyro-scope models to demonstrate his recent research. Expresses having tested the machines and highlights innovative gyroscopic reactions. Specific features include the kinematic coupling of precessional and base rings, energy recovery, and the discovery of normal stresses. Seeks the opportunity to make demonstrations to members of the Royal Society and other scientific bodies for feedback and potential collaboration. Encloses are four photographs of the models [enclosure not present]. |
| Extent | 4p |
| Format | Typescript |
| Physical description | Carbon |
| Access status | Open |