The Golden Dividers - AstroMedia
Pre-cut cardboard kit for a measuring compass with a third leg that divides the distance between the outer legs according to the golden section.
Tool for artists and craftsmen
The Golden Compass was invented in 1893 by the doctor and painter Adalbert Goeringer and is an ingenious, practical tool for tracing the Golden Section in art and nature and taking it into account in craft or graphic work. This is made possible by the middle leg: it always divides the distance between the two outer legs according to the golden section.Pure harmony
The "golden section" is the term used to describe a certain division ratio of a distance (or a surface, an angle, etc.) that is perceived by people as particularly harmonious. For this purpose, a line is divided into sub-lines a and b in such a way that the larger line a relates to the smaller line b in the same way as the total line a + b relates to the larger line a.Art and nature
This size relationship has been known since Greek antiquity and can be found not only in numerous works of art and architecture, but also in the proportions of the human body and in many plants.You can find a detailed illustrated construction report here.
| Aspiration scale: | Easy |
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| Time Line: | 1,0 Hour |
Kit for assembly:
2 pre-punched and printed sheets of construction cardboard, DIN A4
including accessories:
4 metal book screws, Ø 10 x 10 mm, thread Ø 5 mm (M4), filling height 5 mm
3 round wooden rods, Ø 2 mm, length 6.5 cm
detailed assembly instructions
Dimensions of the built article: approx. 20 x 35 x 1 cm
Construction time: approx. 60 minutes
Distributor:
PGI-Skarabäus, Im Kränzliacker 9, 79576 Weil am Rhein, Germany, pgi-shop.de
PGI-Skarabäus, Lerchenstrasse 38, 4147 Aesch , Switzerland, pgi-shop.ch
Manufacturer: AstroMedia GmbH, Im Wirrigen 30, 45731 Waltrop, Germany, astromedia.de
Adult supervision:
Children under 14 years of age should use the kit under adult supervision to avoid risks from improper handling.
Be careful with small parts:
Hazard of suffocation! Keep small parts out of the reach of small children.
Risk of injury:
Be particularly careful when handling pointed and sharp parts! Use sharp tools carefully and, if necessary, take suitable safety measures to avoid injuries.
Fire hazard:
Keep away from open fire and heat sources. Product contains highly flammable materials.
Be careful with light concentration: Do not leave lenses in direct sunlight as they can create a focal point.
Use of adhesive:
When using adhesive, follow the manufacturer's safety instructions. Work in well-ventilated rooms and avoid skin or eye contact.
Intended use:
The kit may only be used in accordance with the enclosed instructions. Independent modifications can affect the functionality and safety of the built model.
The Golden Dividers - English