- Linnebach lantern
A Linnebach lantern or Linnebach projector is a
lens less projection system used in theatrical productions. It was developed by (and named after)Adolf Linnebach in the19th century . Since the middle of the20th century , it has largely been replaced by other projection technologies.The
lantern consists of a long case that is painted black on the inside. he case contains a high-powered lamp. One side of the case is a transparent slide with the image that is to be projected. Projection is often done from behind onto a translucent material. A system of lenses can optionally be used to prevent distortion of the projected image.External links
* [http://dictionary.babylon.com/LINNEBACH_PROJECTOR Linnebach Projector]
* [http://www.britannica.com/EBchecked/topic/342553/Linnebach-lantern Entry at Britannica]
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