Features
- This Photo Puzzle features an image chosen by Science Photo Library. Estimated image size 356x254mm.
- 10x14 Photo Puzzle with 252 pieces. Packed in black cardboard box of dimensions 5 5/8 x 7 5/8 x 1 1/5. Puzzle image 5x7 affixed to box top. Puzzle pieces printed on RA4 paper at 300 dpi
- Image Description: Difference engine. The remains of CharlesBabbages original difference engine. Begun in1823, it was partly completed in 1833, but wasabandoned in 1842 due to lack of funds. Thisportion is in the Science Museum, London, England.It was designed to calculate logarithms and othermathematical functions using a system of cogs andgear wheels. Although the principles were sound, the mechanical technology was too bulky andexpensive to make the idea
- For any queries regarding this item please contact Science Photo Library c/o Media Storehouse quoting Media Reference 1121947
- Adam Hart-davis/Science Photo Library
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Photo Puzzle, Remains of Babbageandamp;apos;s original difference engine. Difference engine. The remains of CharlesBabbages original difference engine. Begun in1823, it was partly completed in 1833, but wasabandoned in 1842 due to lack of funds. Thisportion is in the Science Museum, London, England.It was designed to calculate logarithms and othermathematical functions using a system of cogs andgear wheels. Although the principles were sound,
