For the first time in 200 years the heart of the mechanical watch has been reinvented , thereby improving precision and autonomy , while making the watch completely silent .
http://actu.epfl.ch/news/the-oscillator ... chanical-/
The Oscillator That Could Change The Mechanical Watch
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Re: The Oscillator That Could Change The Mechanical Watch
An intriguing article Bernie. Thank you for the link. The concept sounds fascinating but the description of what has been done thus far is too abrupt. I look forward to reading more when the innovators have fleshed out their concept.
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Re: The Oscillator That Could Change The Mechanical Watch
I agree JM very intriguing and fascinating , although abrupt has you say .
"Our concept is in a mechanical tradition ,we do not appeal to high technology and our method's are accessible to 18th century engineer's"
I for one are quite excited about the concept , its certainly got me thinking .
Although the only drawback for me personally would be the silent movement , i like the ticking sound of a movement !
Anyway i shall keep my eyes peeled and keep the forum posted of any further developments .
"Our concept is in a mechanical tradition ,we do not appeal to high technology and our method's are accessible to 18th century engineer's"
I for one are quite excited about the concept , its certainly got me thinking .
Although the only drawback for me personally would be the silent movement , i like the ticking sound of a movement !
Anyway i shall keep my eyes peeled and keep the forum posted of any further developments .
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Re: The Oscillator That Could Change The Mechanical Watch
This could be a very revolutionary development. It will be interesting to see if it will function properly after being miniaturised.
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