Leonardo da Vinci’s “cooling machine” sketch presented in MilanJuly 10, 2015 - 16:59 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - A sketch by Leonardo da Vinci of a "cooling machine" has been brought to life, with a working model of the contraption being presented in Milan. The inventor's design, which has been dated to around 1492, included both a drawing of the machine and a theoretical explanation of how it would work. It was likely designed for drinks, or perhaps sorbets and desserts. The machine uses a large, circular bellows to create a blast of cool air, which is then channeled through multiple nozzles to concentrate it on a central pitcher. While Leonardo is known to have been a prolific inventor, sketching designs for everything from bridges to flying machines, it's possible that the cooling machine became a reality during his lifetime. He organized various banquets for noble families which involved water or snow fountains, according to Alessandro Vezzosi, director of the Museo Ideale Leonardo da Vinci. "There's no reason to rule out the possibility that this machine was also built in his laboratory." The new model was a collaboration between Vezzosi's museum and the ice cream company Sammontana, which helped to provide funding. It will be on display at Milan's science museum - which is named after the inventor - until the end of October. Related links: Top stories Authorities said a total of 192 Azerbaijani troops were killed and 511 were wounded during Azerbaijan’s offensive. In 2023, the Azerbaijani government will increase the country’s defense budget by more than 1.1 billion manats ($650 million). The bill, published on Monday, is designed to "eliminate the shortcomings of an unreasonably broad interpretation of the key concept of "compatriot". The earthquake caused a temporary blackout, damaged many buildings and closed a number of rural roads. Partner news | Scholz hopes Armenia-Azerbaijan peace treaty will be signed this year German Chancellor Olaf Scholz hopes that a peace treaty between Armenia and Azerbaijan will be signed this year. Ucom equips four bus stops in Ijevan with free Wi-Fi Ucom now provides free Wi-Fi coverage in smart bus stops in four communities of Ijevan. Armenia, Russia discuss life extension of Metsamor nuclear plant Issues regarding the extension of life of the 2nd power unit of the Armenian Nuclear Power Plant were discussed in Yerevan. Armenians stage more campaigns against territorial concessions to Azerbaijan Protesters blocked more roads across Armenia on Friday, April 26 in continuing attempts to scuttle territorial concessions to Azerbaijan. |