Vision by Radio, Radio Photographs, Radio Photograms
By C. Francis Jenkins
Length2h 4m
About this audiobook
Vision by Radio, Radio Photographs, Radio Photograms, by C. Francis Jenkins, is a pioneering work that delves into the early technological advancements in radio transmission and visual communication. Jenkins, an inventor and pivotal figure in the development of early television technology, explores the transformative potential of transmitting images over radio waves, a concept that was groundbreaking at the time.
The book's main themes revolve around innovation, the intersection of technology and communication, and the societal impact of new media. Jenkins discusses the technical aspects of creating "radio photographs" and "radio photograms," which laid the groundwork for modern television and digital imaging. By examining these early experiments, Jenkins highlights the importance of technological innovation in shaping the future of communication.
Relating this to contemporary issues, Jenkins's work is remarkably prescient in anticipating the modern digital age, where visual communication through platforms like social media, video conferencing, and streaming services is ubiquitous. The book's exploration of the potential for technology to bridge distances and create new forms of interaction is highly relevant today, as society grapples with the implications of our interconnected digital world.
In today's context, Jenkins's emphasis on innovation echoes the ongoing technological advancements in AI, virtual reality, and augmented reality, which continue to redefine how we interact and communicate. The book invites modern readers to reflect on the ethical and societal implications of these technologies, much like Jenkins did in his time.
Vision by Radio is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of technology and its impact on society. It underscores the enduring relevance of exploring new frontiers in communication and encourages a thoughtful consideration of how these advancements shape our world.
Audiobook details
GenreTechnology
Length2 hrs 4 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 19, 2024
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
26RECEIVING MACHINES:
2Vision by Radio Radio Photographs Radio Photograms
27INK PEN RECEIVERS:
3Mr. C. Francis Jenkins
28CAPILLARY PEN:
4Foreword
29ELECTROLYTIC RECEIVERS:
5Illustrations
30PHOTOGRAPHIC RECEIVERS:
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6Vision by Radio
31OSCILLOGRAPH RECEIVERS:
7INITIAL ACTIVITIES:
32LIGHT WEDGE MODULATION:
8PRISMATIC RING:
33SILVER WIRE GALVANOMETER:
9TRANSMITTING METHODS:
34PNEUMATIC VALVE:
10RECEIVING METHODS:
35SPARK GAP:
11FILAMENT LAMP:
36FILAMENT LAMP:
12GLOW LAMP:
37CORONA LAMP:
13CONTROL FORK:
38The First Radio Channel
14RADIO MOTOR:
39Nipkow and Sutton
15STROBOSCOPIC LAMP:
40The Amstutz System
16SAME WAVE:
41The Electrograph
17MULTIPLE-SIGNAL RADIO:
42The Baker Machine
18RADIO VISION:
43The Dr. Korn Machine
19RADIO SERVICE TO THE EYE:
44Rignoux and Fournier Scheme
20MECHANISMS EMPLOYED:
45The Belin Machine
21SENDING MACHINES—ZINC ETCHING:
46American Telephone & Telegraph Company Machine
22SWELLED GELATINE PRINT:
47Radio Corporation Machine
23FILLED-IN HALFTONES:
48The Braun Tube Receiver
24LIGHT SENSITIVE CELLS:
49Pictures by Radio in Natural Colors
25PERFORATED PAPER STRIPS:
50Prismatic Disc Machines
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