Did Pascal Conduct the Barrel Experiment?

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Pascal's experiment with the barrel, often referred to as "Pascal's barrel," is a demonstration of the principles of hydrostatics, but specific references to it in his treaties are scarce. The discussion highlights that some users have attempted the experiment but encountered issues, such as their barrels not bursting, suggesting variations in barrel strength. Participants recommend searching online for more information about Pascal's experiments. There is a consensus that the original barrel used by Pascal may have had different properties compared to modern barrels. The conversation emphasizes the need for further research into Pascal's work to clarify the details of the experiment.
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Hello, I would like to know if Pascal really made the experiment of the barrel.
I have looked for in his treaties(traitez de liqueurs) but I have not seen any reference to the barrel. Somebody knows if Pascal speaks somewhere of the barrel?
I tried to make the experiment with a tube of 10m but the barrel did not burst. Somebody has made this experiment?
Excuses by my poor English .

Thanks,Alberto
 
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Maybe your barrel is stronger than Pascal's.
Put "Pascal's barrel" into google for references.
 
Yes.I think the same.Maybe,the Pascal's barrel was less stronger.In Google I have not found the document of any person who has made it.Either in texts of Pascal.Somebody has seen it?

Sorry for my English from Spain

Alberto
 
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