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https://doi.org/10.5194/ms-12-203-2021
https://doi.org/10.5194/ms-12-203-2021
Research article
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19 Feb 2021
Research article |  | 19 Feb 2021

Historical development of water-powered mechanical clocks

Zheng-Hui Hwang, Hong-Sen Yan, and Tsung-Yi Lin

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This article examines the historical development of ancient water-powered mechanical clocks. The study begins with a comprehensive analysis and comparison of the different types of ancient clepsydra, their use and development, development of their feedback systems, power systems, and time-reporting systems.
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