Savonius rotor
Savonius rotor for generating electricity on the roof at 58-66 Euston Street with St Pancras Station in the background, 1976.
It was built by Alex Smith from a 50 gallon oil drum. The rotor made enough electricity to power a car headlight and charge a battery in the workshop.
Reference number: 35334NW
Photographer: NIck Wates
Date of capture: 1975
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Dressing up
Dressing up for a party
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Nice house
119 Drummond Street newly painted, 1974
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Jamie and Meg
Jamie and Meg celebrate christmas at 12 Tolmers Square
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Front room
Front room at the community house, 1976
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Repairs
Making the first floor of 11 Tolmers Square habitable.
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Clearing up
Clearing up in 142 Drummond Street, 1974
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