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Detail of the Scheutz Difference Engine No 3, 1859 (metal)
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Detail of the Scheutz Difference Engine No 3, 1859 (metal)
3527176 Detail of the Scheutz Difference Engine No 3, 1859 (metal) by Scheutz, Edvard (1821-81) & Scheutz, Per Georg (1785-1873); Private Collection; (add.info.: This engine was a means of eliminating errors of calculation, transcription and printing, by producing multiple copies when printing log tables. Father and son, George and Edvard Scheutz, built a Difference Engine, based on the ideas of British computing pioneer Charles Babbage, with the numbers impressed into papier mache or metal strips. These were then used as moulds from which multiple copies of the results could be printed. The engine was bought in 1859, and in 1864 was used by the General Register Office to produce the English Life Table, life assurance tables.); SSPL/UIG
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This print showcases a mesmerizing "Detail of the Scheutz Difference Engine No 3,1859 (metal)" by Edvard and Per Georg Scheutz. The intricate metal construction of this remarkable invention is truly awe-inspiring. The Scheutz Difference Engine was an ingenious solution to eliminate errors in calculation, transcription, and printing. Inspired by the visionary ideas of Charles Babbage, the father-son duo created a groundbreaking computing device that revolutionized mathematical operations. By impressing numbers onto papier mache or metal strips, they were able to produce multiple copies of log tables with utmost precision. Acquired in 1859 and later utilized by the General Register Office for creating the English Life Table – life assurance tables – this engine played a crucial role in Victorian-era advancements. Its intricate cogs and gears symbolize an era where technology met artistry. Steeped in steampunk aesthetics, this detail from the Scheutz Difference Engine transports us back to an era when machines were marvels of innovation. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and our relentless pursuit of accuracy. As we gaze upon this extraordinary piece of machinery captured through Bridgeman Images' lens, we are reminded of how far we have come in terms of computer technology. This photograph invites us to appreciate not only its historical significance but also its artistic beauty as it stands as a testament to human achievement in invention and engineering excellence.
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