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The Silent Revolution of Ancient Greek Science
While we often remember the Parthenon and the philosophers, ancient Greece was also a hub of mechanical ingenuity. This episode explores the rise of Hellenistic engineering, focusing on Ctesibius of Alexandria and his invention of the water clock, or clepsydra. We trace how the shift from Athens to Alexandria created an environment where practical mechanics flourished alongside abstract thought. Lucas and Luna discuss the intricate gears of the Antikythera mechanism, likely crafted in Rhodes, and how Hero of Alexandria’s pneumatic devices foreshadowed steam power. Through the lens of figures…
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