Pipes, 301, _302_. Reflecting telescope, 260. Relays, telegraphic, 133, 141. Retina, 247. Retorts, 395. Reversing gear, 62; Allan, 65; Gooch, 65; radial, 66. Rocking bar mechanism for pulling down the slopes, and finally assume positions of sun, 451. Hele, Peter, 412. Helmet, diver's, _336_. Helmholtz, 274, 308. Hero of Alexandria, 74. Herschel, 261. Hertz, Dr., 138. Hertzian waves, 138. Hot-water supply.