Precision, Measurement & Control
Clockwork automaton
A clockwork automaton performs a prepared sequence of movements through cams, gears and linkages. Figures of people or animals demonstrate how mechanical timing can create lifelike gestures.
About this artifact
A clockwork automaton performs a prepared sequence of movements through cams, gears and linkages. Figures of people or animals demonstrate how mechanical timing can create lifelike gestures.
Sources & image credits
Historical photograph, illustration or documented physical example; the source caption identifies the depicted object.
Image: Clockwork crayfish automoton, made in Augsburg 1589, Technical Instrument Museum, Dresden.jpg
Creator: Stephencdickson
License: CC BY 4.0
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