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RE: LeoThread 2025-05-01 19:47

in LeoFinance5 months ago

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The confusion that surrounded the Antikythera Mechanism for decades stems from its sophistication, which seemed too advanced for its time. Initially overlooked due to its mundane appearance, it took years of research, aided by modern imaging techniques like X-ray and CT scans, for scientists to unravel its mysteries.

Unraveling the Mystery: A Technological Leap

The breakthrough in understanding the mechanism began in 2005, when researchers applied cutting-edge imaging technology to the corroded fragments. They were able to identify the arrangement of its gears and the inscriptions that detailed its functions.