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Not your ordinary educational models, the da Vinci kits are based on the early designs of Leonardo da Vinci. The Flying Pendulum Clock needs no glue, paint or battery to finish and operate. Easy to build, it delivers a learning experience during assembly, and serves as entertainment when watching the completed timepiece operate. Da Vinci was fascinated by how timepieces operate. Based on one of his sketches, it uses the laws of motion and a vertical flying pendulum escapement to keep accurate time.The pendulum's weights, in a bucket suspended from a crane-style arm, act as the clock's power source. The weights propel the pendulum from vertical post to vertical post. As it flies it turns precision gears which in turn keep time. To speed up or slow the clock, adjust the weight-balance of the pendulum by adding or removing weights. In addition to many iconic works of art and inventions, the restless mind of Leonardo Da Vinci (1452-1519) was frequently occupied with adding to his voluminous notebooks, filled with designs for machines and structures. This model kit reproduces one of those designs -- a flying pendulum clock! The pendulum's weight acts as the clock's power source. This kit assembles without the need for glue, and instructions in English are included. This is an assembly kit of a space exploration vehicle or other non-fictional mechanism.

Leonardo Da Vinci (born in 1452, died in 1519) was undoubtedly one of the most brilliant people of the Renaissance and is widely regarded as one of the most talented people in history. He was not only an exceptionally talented painter, author of such masterpieces as "The Lady with an Ermine" or "The Last Supper", but also an extremely prolific inventor and innovator. One of the areas of knowledge that this outstanding man was particularly interested in were issues related to the flight of a man in the air. He created numerous designs of flying machines in this matter, and among them one can find a design that, to a very remote extent, can be considered the progenitor of modern helicopters. The project assumed the construction of a wooden aircraft, driven by a spiral-shaped rotor, similar in shape to the so-called worm screw. The rotor would be constructed of wood and stiff cloth. The propulsion was to be provided by four men who would move on the platform at the bottom of the aircraft. It is worth adding that the first designs of this aircraft were probably created around 1480, but more mature sketches can be found in the so-called The Atlantic Codex, i.e. the collection of notes by Leonardo da Vinci from 1489-1492. In addition to many iconic works of art and inventions, the restless mind of Leonardo Da Vinci (1452-1519) was frequently occupied with adding to his voluminous notebooks, filled with designs for machines and structures. This model kit reproduces one of those designs -- a rotorcraft flying machine! Although Da Vinci's design is physically unable to achieve flight, you can easily see how this device contributed to the invention of the modern helicopter. The spring can be wound and the wings rotated after assembly. This kit assembles without the need for glue, and instructions in English are included. This is an assembly kit of a space exploration vehicle or other non-fictional mechanism.

In addition to many iconic works of art and inventions, the restless mind of Leonardo Da Vinci (1452-1519) was frequently occupied with adding to his voluminous notebooks, filled with designs for machines and structures. This model kit reproduces one of those designs -- a rolling ball timer! You can reproduce the function of measuring time by rolling the iron ball into the groove and moving the center of gravity. This kit assembles without the need for glue, and instructions in English are included. This is an assembly kit of a space exploration vehicle or other non-fictional mechanism.

Inspired by the principles of Leonardo Da Vinci, the G.E.T. Clock has incorporated the mechanism of the real time pieces. An escapement is a device in a clock or watch that controls the motion of the gear train and transmits the energy from the movement to the pendulum or balance wheel. A tourbillion is a portion in a mechanical watch and is used to increase the accuracy by minimizing errors due to the effects of gravity. G. - Gear system rotationE. - Escapement mechanismT. - Tourbillion movement Leonardo Da Vinci (born in 1452, died in 1519) was undoubtedly one of the most brilliant people of the Renaissance and is widely regarded as one of the most talented people in history. He was not only an exceptionally talented painter, author of such masterpieces as "The Lady with an Ermine" or "The Last Supper", but also an extremely prolific inventor and innovator. No one will be surprised by the statement that Leonardo Da Vinci was interested in all types of mechanisms, including the then timers measuring the passage of time. He also created his own designs of mechanical clocks, dominated by the so-called pendulum clocks. Among them, there is also a timer with two mechanisms, one of which was dedicated to measuring hours, and the other - to measuring minutes. Both were connected with each other by a system of gears and ropes. It is worth adding that the sketch of these pendulum clocks can be found in the so-called The Atlantic Codex, i.e. the collection of notes by Leonardo da Vinci from 1489-1492. Features Easy to build Complete step-by-step Instructions No glue, no paint, no tools needed Beautifully detailed Learn, enjoy the operation, collect the series

Aircraft model Catalog 2015 ACADEMYAll ACADEMY 2015 range in 30 pages all in color.

The USS Intrepid (CV/CVA/CVS-11) was one of 24 Essex-class carriers designed and built by the United States in the 1940's. These ships formed the back bone of the United States Navy's Fast Carrier Task Forces that carried the war across the Pacific Ocean and to the shores of the Japanese homeland during World War II. Intrepid was built by the Newport News Shipbuilding and Dry Dock Company, in Newport News, Virginia. Her keel was laid just prior to the attack on Pearl Harbor in December 1941. Launched in April 1943; she was commissioned in August 1943. After a shakedown cruise in the Caribbean during the fall of 1943, she headed west, arriving at Pearl Harbor on January 10, 1944. She almost immediately went into action, participating on raids of the Marshall Islands that began on January 29th. With the Marshall Island neutralized and US Marine landings in progress, Intrepid shifted her attention to the Japanese stronghold of Truk in mid-February. On the night of February 17, 1944, she was stuck with an aerial torpedo, which partially disabled her rudder. She was able to return to Pearl Harbor for temporary repairs by steering with her engines and erecting a jury-rigged sail that helped keep her on course. An injection molded, modernized angle-deck Essex Class carrier has been a 'holy grail' item for many ship modelers for a long time. It's well molded with crisp details.  Features Full-hull design with separate SQS-23 dome on bow (hinting at other versions coming in the future) Very straightforward construction Awesome photo-etched details under the elevators Positionable forward flight deck elevator Positionable port side elevator Positionable aft-starboard elevator Positionable crane Photo-etched radar dishes Includes 4 x A-4B/C Skyhawk 2 x E-1B Tracer 4 x A-1H/J Skyraider (identified in instructions as EA-1F) 4 x F-8C Crusader 4 x UH-2B Seasprite

The Advance Hobby Jig is a laser-cut, adjustable work stand that provides stable, hands-free support while you assemble and paint scale model aircraft. Whether you're working in 1:32 or 1:144 scale, the jig offers flexible positioning to suit most model sizes and build stages. Features Precision laser-cut MDF construction Adjustable supports for maximum flexibility Suits a wide range of aircraft scales Designed and made in Australia

This diecast scale model represents the iconic Boeing B.707-138 operated by Qantas. Known for its distinctive V-Jet livery, this model captures the essence of the golden era of aviation. The Boeing B.707 series helped Qantas to establish a significant presence on the global aviation map. This model is meticulously crafted to highlight the features of the B.707-138B, complete with the airline's vintage livery.

This 1/35 scale model kit from AFV Club captures Australian soldiers from the Vietnam War period in vivid detail. It features infantry figures in diverse action poses together with an M113 tank crew, creating a diorama-ready scene. Suitable for those starting out, the kit enables you to construct and paint authentic figures whilst discovering their historical uniforms and equipment. Features High-quality plastic construction. Detailed Australian infantry and M113 tank crew figures. Multiple action poses. Historically accurate uniforms and equipment. Paint Schemes: Australian Army M113 Crew, Vietnam War. Genuine AFV Club product. Specification Scale: 1/35. Figures: 2. Decal Schemes: 1. Skill Level: Beginner.

This is a set of 88mm ammo and ammo containers for German 88mm L/56 guns. There are six HE, six HEAT and six APCBC rounds with 20 empty shell cases by injection plastic. Ammos are provided as shell base with copper PE with stamps. The rattan ammo container (eight pcs) has its molds on the sides. This part is neglected with the past injection plastic kits. The tubler ammo container (12 pcs) is also included. Several kind of stenciled letters on ammo are provided by decal. As a bonus, the ammo retainers w/o caps on the fuse setter on Flak.18 gun is provided. They are made of lathed brass and replacable to the capped retainer parts in the original kit (AFV35088).

This is a highly detailed kit by AFV Club of the M548A1 Tracked Cargo Carrier in 1/35 scale.  Features Precision details Includes 155mm and 203MM munition sets. Detailed flexible rubber tracks Fabric cover of cargo bed can choose to be open or closed. Parts come molded in dark green with clear for the windows.

This is a plastic model kit, which comes unassembled and unpainted. So glue, model paints and other basic modelling tools are additionally required. M88A1 are designated as a "medium recovery vehicle", the M88A2 (original designation M88A1E1) is designated as "heavy recovery vehicle". They are all similar in many fundamental ways. The later version is distinctly heavier at 70 tons, compared to the original 56 tons, and uses a different engine, an AVDS 1790-8CR with 1,050 hp (780 kW), compared to a Continental AVDS-1790-2DR, with 750 hp (560 kW).