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The Marine Chronometer - A Mechanical Masterpiece

By: Mike Bond | 2010-03-27 | Science
Just a little bit of recapping. In 1765, Pierre Le Roy, who's father, Julien, had been clockmaker to Louis XV, with Pierre following in his father's footsteps in this regard, invented the compensation balance. Incidentally, and I apologize if I sound pernickety, but the item we're discussing is always named simply a 'balance.' Never 'balance wheel.' However, Pierre's invention consisted of weights placed on the balance rim and/or the crossings, or spokes. These would move around the rim and would change the moment of inertia... read more

The Origin Of The Chronometer Watches "�" A Brief History

By: julius nicholson | 2010-10-02 | Fashion
According to most historians, watches are the first mechanical devices to be invented by human beings. One of the most popular desires of man, from the time of civilization, is to conquer time space. read more

Vintage Pocket Watches - American Railroad Grade Chronometers

By: Stanley I Huddle | 2010-03-28 | Crafts
In the 1800's America's commerce depended on our railroad system, and railroad safety depended on accurate timekeeping. In 1887 the American Railway Association defined the basic standard for watches. It took a disaster however, to create widespread acceptance of stringent accuracy and durability standards for the timepieces used to regulate the daily operation of American railroads. read more

Glashutte Original Restored Marine Chronometer Limited Edition Watch

By: barbrine | 2010-12-13 | Jewelry
Glashutte Original has announced an exceptional tribute to Marine Chronometers and the art of navigation at sea: the noted German maker of high-end mechanical watches has recovered and restored thirteen original Marine Chronometer and paired each with an officially certified Senator Chronometer Platinum. read more

vintage omega constellation chronometer watches launched brand new Formula 1 series

By: gucciwatch | 2010-09-24 | International marketing
Vodafone MaLaren Mercedes also create a receive six times FIA World Drivers Championship and the 9times dynasty of F1 world champion team in, The chief driver, the 2008 F1 world champion - Lewis Hamilton, vintage omega constellation chronometer watches is the most valuable as a spokesperson. read more

What make you time in you hand

By: aleamoner | 2010-10-05 | Business
A RARE ONE-DAY MARINE CHRONOMETER CIRCA 1819 NO 509 2? inch silvered dial, subsidiary seconds, gold hands, Roman numerals Arnold detent escapement with bi-metallic Z balance read more

What is a Parallelogram

By: skywalker | 2012-02-21 | College
In this session I am going to tell you about parallelogram. Parallelogram in mathematics is a part of Euclidean geometry. It is basically a convex quadrilateral read more

What is a Trebuchet?

By: Russ Felter | 2010-03-29 | Crafts
So what is a trebuchet and where can you find one? A trebuchet is device that is designed using the natural forces of gravity, centrifugal force, and leverage to perform unique engineering magic. It requires no batteries, no fossil-based fuel, no wind or water to operate. read more

What Is a Pliers?

By: Rakesh Saini | 2011-06-28 | Home Improvement
Pliers are a hand tool used to hold objects firmly, for cutting, bending, or physical compression. The objects can then be turned, bent, or otherwise manipulated. Generally, pliers consist of a pair of metal first-class levers joined at a fulcrum positioned closer to one end of the levers, creating short jaws on one side of the fulcrum, and longer handles on the other side. Pliers have parallel ha read more

What is a retreat?

By: Tameera Kemp | 2011-12-03 | Travel Tips
A retreat can be a place of privacy, tranquility and more. ‘Re'… Revitalise, renew, relax, recover, relate. ‘Treat' defines luxury, to be cared for, extravagance, indulgence, delicacy, pleasure and delight…Retreat! read more

What is a CMS?

By: Michael J Greenwood | 2010-03-31 | Internet Business
What is a Content Management System (CMS)? To put it simply it's a backend system whereby customers can administer changes to the content of their website. A website developer will usually employ a CMS so that his customers can easily make simple changes to their website without having to pay extra for minor changes. Some training is usually required to use a CMS. read more

What Is A Bracelet

By: Claire | 2011-03-28 | Fashion
Bracelet is a kind of jewelry that girls and boys wear on their wrists. Bracelets basically belong to the tradition of India. Indians used to wear the bracelets in the past and soon they got popularit... read more

What is a Standpipe?

By: lucy pitt | 2011-05-18 | Business
A standpipe can be used on an oil drilling rig but this article will concentrate on stand pipes that are used in conjunction with water. The most well-known form of standpipe is used by fire fighters. This article explains how they are used by the fire services both in the UK and the US. read more

What Is A Multivitamin?

By: Michael Frohwein | 2011-01-27 | Supplements
In order to remain healthy and function at its optimum, your body needs various vitamins, minerals and enzymes. read more

What is a condominium?

By: Mona Erika Ramirez | 2012-03-07 | Home Management
The article aims to explain what is a condominium and its perks. read more