Decoding the earliest "computer" : Τhe Antikythera astrolabe : Science and technology in ancient Greece

Part of : Mediterranean archaeology & archaeometry : international journal ; Vol.6, No.2, 2006, pages 6-8

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The Antikythera mechanism is a complex mechanical device found in a wreck off the island ofKythera. Afterseveral research efforts scientists finally decoded this early 'computer' bunging in new information concerning ancient Greek technological advancements in astronomy, that could be seen as of the greatest discoveries of our era.
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