Wheatstone Bridge Earrings

Wheatstone bridges were invented in the 1830s by Samuel Christie, but were later brought into more frequent use by Charles Wheatstone. Wheatstone bridges actually provide very accurate measurements and are still used even as technologies have improved.

A wheatstone bridge is a simple circuit that is used for finding an unknown resistance. Circuits are connections electrons flow from a source, carrying energy. Each of the four zig-zag lines on the earrings represents a resistor in a circuit, as shown to the right. Resistors are put into circuits  lower current flow and voltage.

If three of the resistances and the voltage being applied to the wheatstone bridge are known, then the last unknown resistance can be found using a simple formula.

Check out our educational resources page on circuits here.

Sizes
4.5cm tall 

Materials

Choose between our plastic, steel and precious metal options! All materials are 3D printed unless otherwise indicated and have color selection options as well!

Processing + Shipping Time

Due to the custom nature of the jewelry, all pieces are made to order. All items are shipped together.

Plastic 14-16 days

Steels 24-26 days

Precious Metals 30-34 days

*International shipping available through USPS to the UK, Canada, Mexico, China and Australia for an additional cost. Shipping to other countries can be accommodated on individual request.*

Additional Customization

Do you have an additional customization request (size, engraving, etc)? Email us at scichiccontact@gmail.com!