Analog vs Digital devices, was Magnetics

From: Douglas Quebbeman <dhquebbeman_at_theestopinalgroup.com>
Date: Thu Nov 9 12:07:52 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.

I think I've seen a photo of this, with Vannevar Bush standing over it,
looking at it.

-dq
Received on Thu Nov 09 2000 - 12:07:52 GMT