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			[[File:NAMA Machine d'Anticythère 1.jpg\|thumb\|The mechanism consists of a complex system of 30 wheels and plates with inscriptions relating to signs of the zodiac, months, eclipses and pan-Hellenic games. The study of the fragments suggests that this was a kind of astrolabe.]]
			[[File:Antikythera mechanism clockface, 1st-2nd century BC, Greece (model).jpg\|thumb\|Antikythera mechanism model]]
			[[File:Antikythera mechanism - labelled.svg\|thumb\|Antikythera mechanism diagram]]
			[[File:Antikythera Mechanism - National Archaeological Museum, Athens by Joy of Museum.jpg\|thumb\|433x433px\|Antikythera Mechanism - National Archaeological Museum]]
			[[File:Antikythera Mechanism gearing with planets - Freeth and Jones 2012.svg\|thumb\|340x340px\|Antikythera Mechanism, full gearing including planets as reconstructed by Freeth and Jones (2012).]]
			[[File:Reconstructing the Antikythera Mechanism exhibition at WA Museum Boola Bardip, 2023, 03.jpg\|thumb\|360x360px\|Reconstructing the Antikythera Mechanism exhibition at WA Museum Boola Bardip, 2023.]]
	The '''Antikythera Mechanism''', often referred to as the world’s oldest known analog computer, is an ancient Greek device designed to predict astronomical events and track the movements of celestial bodies. Discovered in 1901 in a Roman-era shipwreck off the coast of the Greek island of Antikythera, this intricate artifact has captivated scientists, historians, and enthusiasts for over a century. Made around 100-200 BCE, the mechanism reveals a remarkable level of technological sophistication that would not be rivaled for over a thousand years.		The '''Antikythera Mechanism''', often referred to as the world’s oldest known analog computer, is an ancient Greek device designed to predict astronomical events and track the movements of celestial bodies. Discovered in 1901 in a Roman-era shipwreck off the coast of the Greek island of Antikythera, this intricate artifact has captivated scientists, historians, and enthusiasts for over a century. Made around 100-200 BCE, the mechanism reveals a remarkable level of technological sophistication that would not be rivaled for over a thousand years.
	==Quick Facts==		==Quick Facts==

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	== Videos ==		== Videos ==
	*[https://youtu.be/qqlJ50zDgeA?si=YQdx0oCX5aXOqPMA Antikythera Mechanism: The ancient 'computer' that simply shouldn't exist - BBC REEL]		*[https://youtu.be/qqlJ50zDgeA?si=YQdx0oCX5aXOqPMA Antikythera Mechanism: The ancient 'computer' that simply shouldn't exist - BBC REEL]

			== External Links ==
			[https://www.antikythera-mechanism.gr/ The Antikythera Mechanism Research Project]

	== References ==		== References ==

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	*https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/an-ancient-greek-astronomical-calculation-machine-reveals-new-secrets/		*https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/an-ancient-greek-astronomical-calculation-machine-reveals-new-secrets/
	Freeth, T., et al. (2006). “Decoding the ancient Greek astronomical calculator known as the Antikythera Mechanism.” Nature, 444(7119), 587-591.		Freeth, T., et al. (2006). “Decoding the ancient Greek astronomical calculator known as the Antikythera Mechanism.” Nature, 444(7119), 587-591.
	This pivotal study in Nature provides a comprehensive analysis of the Antikythera Mechanism, using advanced imaging techniques to understand its function and inner workings. It discusses the discovery, design, and operation of the mechanism, shedding light on the device’s astronomical calculations.
	*Freeth, T., and Jones, A. (2012). “The Cosmos in the Antikythera Mechanism.” ISAW Papers, (4).		*Freeth, T., and Jones, A. (2012). “The Cosmos in the Antikythera Mechanism.” ISAW Papers, (4).
	This paper from the Institute for the Study of the Ancient World (ISAW) explores the astronomical and calendrical functions of the Antikythera Mechanism, providing insight into its dials and gears and how it was used to predict celestial events.
	*Marchant, J. (2008). Decoding the Heavens: A 2,000-Year-Old Computer and the Century-Long Search to Discover Its Secrets. Da Capo Press.		*Marchant, J. (2008). Decoding the Heavens: A 2,000-Year-Old Computer and the Century-Long Search to Discover Its Secrets. Da Capo Press.
	~~Jo Marchant’s book is a popular history of the Antikythera Mechanism, blending scientific insights with the story of the discovery and the individuals involved in unraveling its mysteries.~~
	*Edmunds, M. G., & Freeth, T. (2010). “The Antikythera Mechanism: Still a mystery after 100 years.” Astronomy & Geophysics, 51(2), 2.22-2.26.		*Edmunds, M. G., & Freeth, T. (2010). “The Antikythera Mechanism: Still a mystery after 100 years.” Astronomy & Geophysics, 51(2), 2.22-2.26.
	~~This article provides an overview of the Antikythera Mechanism’s discovery and scientific significance, addressing both its known features and the ongoing mysteries surrounding it.~~
	*Antikythera Mechanism Research Project
	The official website of the Antikythera Mechanism Research Project includes publications, images, and videos related to their studies on the device. The site covers recent discoveries and developments in research.
	~~Antikythera Mechanism Research Project~~

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	The Antikythera Mechanism’s precision was so advanced that the world would not see anything comparable until the astronomical clocks of the 14th century. It challenges the conventional view of technological progression, suggesting the ancient Greeks had reached a remarkable level of scientific achievement that may have been lost after the fall of the Roman Empire.		The Antikythera Mechanism’s precision was so advanced that the world would not see anything comparable until the astronomical clocks of the 14th century. It challenges the conventional view of technological progression, suggesting the ancient Greeks had reached a remarkable level of scientific achievement that may have been lost after the fall of the Roman Empire.



	== Research and Recent Discoveries ==		== Research and Recent Discoveries ==

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 The '''Antikythera Mechanism''', often referred to as the world’s oldest known analog computer, is an ancient Greek device designed to predict astronomical events and track the movements of celestial bodies. Discovered in 1901 in a Roman-era shipwreck off the coast of the Greek island of Antikythera, this intricate artifact has captivated scientists, historians, and enthusiasts for over a century. Made around 100-200 BCE, the mechanism reveals a remarkable level of technological sophistication that would not be rivaled for over a thousand years.
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 === Conclusion ===
 The Antikythera Mechanism stands as one of the most extraordinary archaeological finds, challenging our assumptions about ancient technology and the history of scientific knowledge. As researchers continue to study and interpret the device, it promises to provide further insights into the ingenuity of ancient civilizations, offering a glimpse into a world where science, culture, and craftsmanship were intricately intertwined. Whether it served as an educational tool, a navigational aid, or a scientific instrument, the Antikythera Mechanism remains a symbol of humanity’s relentless curiosity and our enduring desire to understand the cosmos.
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	=== Conclusion ===		=== Conclusion ===
	The Antikythera Mechanism stands as one of the most extraordinary archaeological finds, challenging our assumptions about ancient technology and the history of scientific knowledge. As researchers continue to study and interpret the device, it promises to provide further insights into the ingenuity of ancient civilizations, offering a glimpse into a world where science, culture, and craftsmanship were intricately intertwined. Whether it served as an educational tool, a navigational aid, or a scientific instrument, the Antikythera Mechanism remains a symbol of humanity’s relentless curiosity and our enduring desire to understand the cosmos.		The Antikythera Mechanism stands as one of the most extraordinary archaeological finds, challenging our assumptions about ancient technology and the history of scientific knowledge. As researchers continue to study and interpret the device, it promises to provide further insights into the ingenuity of ancient civilizations, offering a glimpse into a world where science, culture, and craftsmanship were intricately intertwined. Whether it served as an educational tool, a navigational aid, or a scientific instrument, the Antikythera Mechanism remains a symbol of humanity’s relentless curiosity and our enduring desire to understand the cosmos.


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	The Antikythera Mechanism stands as one of the most extraordinary archaeological finds, challenging our assumptions about ancient technology and the history of scientific knowledge. As researchers continue to study and interpret the device, it promises to provide further insights into the ingenuity of ancient civilizations, offering a glimpse into a world where science, culture, and craftsmanship were intricately intertwined. Whether it served as an educational tool, a navigational aid, or a scientific instrument, the Antikythera Mechanism remains a symbol of humanity’s relentless curiosity and our enduring desire to understand the cosmos.		The Antikythera Mechanism stands as one of the most extraordinary archaeological finds, challenging our assumptions about ancient technology and the history of scientific knowledge. As researchers continue to study and interpret the device, it promises to provide further insights into the ingenuity of ancient civilizations, offering a glimpse into a world where science, culture, and craftsmanship were intricately intertwined. Whether it served as an educational tool, a navigational aid, or a scientific instrument, the Antikythera Mechanism remains a symbol of humanity’s relentless curiosity and our enduring desire to understand the cosmos.

	~~Quick Facts~~
	~~Found: Antikithira, Greece~~
	~~Resides: National Archaeological Museum in Athens, Greece~~
	~~Authenticity:~~

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