Analog vs Digital devices, was Magnetics

From: Eric J. Korpela <korpela_at_ellie.ssl.berkeley.edu>
Date: Thu Nov 9 10:33:49 2000

> An older elector mechanical device did this for a different problem.
>
> Given variables: speed over surface,
> altitude,
> gravity,
> an objects drag
>
> Problem: At what time do you release an object to hit a
> predetermined spot.
>
> Hint: it was top secret in the early 1940s.

And I would like to see an accurate simulation of one. I've seen
the real thing, but being fastened to a metal post set into a concrete
floor, it wasn't in operable condition. Not to mention that none of the
dials were labeled, undoubtedly because the functions of each were also
top secret at the time it was manufactured.

Eric
Received on Thu Nov 09 2000 - 10:33:49 GMT