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Knudsen Water Bottle, As Used Aboard Frv Scotia. This Bottle Was Crushed By Water Pressure
Knudsen Type Water Sample Bottle
Knudsen Water Bottle, As Used Aboard Frv Scotia. This Bottle Was Crushed By Water Pressure
Knudsen Water Bottle, As Used Aboard Frv Scotia. This Bottle Was Crushed By Water Pressure

Knudsen Type Water Sample Bottle

Associated (Fishery Research Vessel)
Date1980s
Object NameWater Bottle
Mediummetal
ClassificationsMaritime History
DimensionsOverall: Length: 55 cm circumference 19cm
AcquisitionPresented in 2022 by Fisheries Research Services.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS025303
About MeKnudsen designed a 'high speed' water sample bottle in 1909, for use on ships under way. He tested this bottle on a voyage from Stavanger to Aberdeen. His design is still in use. The crushed bottle was mistakenly sent underwater closed and was compressed by water pressure.
Knudsen Water Bottle, As Used Aboard Frv Scotia. This Bottle Was Crushed By Water Pressure
SCOTIA III
1980s
Glass Drift Bottle No 217.
DAFS Marine Laboratory, Torry
c. 1906