New Antikythera mechanism analysis challenges century-old assumption
Briefly

A new study found evidence that the Antikythera mechanism tracked the lunar calendar with gravitational wave physics, contrary to previous assumptions of it tracking a solar calendar. This sheds new light on the ancient device's capabilities and construction.
The Antikythera mechanism, discovered in 1900, was a revolutionary ancient artifact that aided in celestial tracking. Studying it with modern techniques and insights showcases the intriguing blend of past and present scientific methodologies.
Read at Ars Technica
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