MBSEverkfæri

MBSEverkfæri is a type of lock used in Danish bridges and waterways. The name is derived from the Danish words "MBSE" which stands for "Meget Bestemt Studerende-Egnede og Ingeniører" (Very Attentive Students, Suitable and Engineers) and "Verkfæri" which translates to "lock equipment". This lock equipment is designed to be operated manually by a small team.

The MBSEverkfæri operates on the principle of lifting gates that control the water flow between bodies of water at different levels. To operate the lock, a team of competent individuals, often including engineers and students, works together to provide the necessary mechanical and technical arrangements for safe and efficient operation.

While the specifics may vary from installation to installation, in general, MBSEverkfæri relies on a complex system of gates, pulleys, levers, and electric motors to manage the water levels between different sections of the waterway. Its ability to handle large volumes of water testifies to its reliability as a lock equipment, managing demanding operations such as tall ships' passage.

Despite the increasingly automated nature of most locks, MBSEverkfæri retains its importance as an exhibit of engineering practice many decades ago. Information available about these locks is limited.