Scientists publish details about antique computer
08:30 - Wednesday 29 November 2006 by From the Web
Source: Tom's Hardware – Keywords: antique, computer Category : Miscellaneous
Source: Tom's Hardware – Keywords: antique, computer Category : Miscellaneous
The mystery over the purpose of a sophisticated geared "calculator" built in the 2nd century BC has finally been solved.
The so-called "Antikythera mechanism" was found in 1902 by sponge divers exploring a shipwreck off the Greek island of the same name, but its exact use had puzzled scientists.
Read the complete story here. (New Scientist)
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