Roberval scale

GPTKB entity

Statements (18)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf weighing scale
gptkbp:alternativeName gptkb:Roberval_balance
gptkbp:category mechanical balance
gptkbp:distinctiveFeature pans remain horizontal regardless of load position
gptkbp:hasComponent pans
vertical column
two horizontal arms
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Roberval scale
gptkbp:inventedBy gptkb:Gilles_Personne_de_Roberval
1669
gptkbp:namedAfter gptkb:Gilles_Personne_de_Roberval
gptkbp:notableFeature allows weighing objects placed anywhere on the pan
gptkbp:operates lever principle
gptkbp:usedFor measuring mass
gptkbp:usedIn laboratories
markets
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Roberval_balance
gptkbp:bfsLayer 8