Genre:

Abstract

Publications abstracted:

R N Mere Pearson's Magazine

Subjects:

Light, Electromagnetism, Ether, Physics, Military Technology, Mesmerism

    Describes the 'marvellous invention' of Alex Orloff who has 'discovered a new form of X-rays, which he has successfully applied to the steering of torpedoes without the use of connecting wires. The light-rays are transmitted through the air from a radiator on shipboard, on the shore, or in a balloon [...] to a receiving apparatus attached to the torpedo', which is 'as it were mesmerised and remains under the control of its sender'.