[Dean's World] Dean: Ancient Astronomical Calculator

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Posted by Dean:
Ancient Astronomical Calculator
http://www.deanesmay.com/posts/1164989529.shtml


   An [1]amazingly precise 2nd century BC calculator.

   What's most remarkable is it appears to suggest that the ancient
   Greeks understood planetary orbits better than previously expected.
   And could build amazingly sophisticated machines in general.

References

   1. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2006/11/061129151439.htm