The Anticythera Mechanism

The Anticythera Mechanism is considered the oldest computer.Constructed in Greece during a time now estimated between 150 and 100 BC, it was discovered in 1901 near Anticythera from where it got it's name, but it's use remained in the dark for over a century. Although it's precise mechanism is still a mystery, it's purpose was found to be, calculating astronomical positions. And it did so with outstanding presision


The Anticythera Mechanism research project



All this is really interesting but astronomy isn'y our thing here... neither is the long lost knowledge of ancient times. What is trully amazing is the following video...