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| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:Graph_QL
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| gptkbp:academic_programs |
simple yet effective
cylindrical gears includes gears and levers |
| gptkbp:advances |
represents early technological advancement
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| gptkbp:challenges |
overcoming mechanical limitations
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| gptkbp:components |
gptkb:traffic_control
gptkb:safety_equipment gptkb:cover gptkb:military_base gptkb:spring support dial handle pivot bracket counter frame shaft baseplate indicator stopper pinion |
| gptkbp:contribution |
development of computing devices
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| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
early computing history
influenced the perception of calculators |
| gptkbp:cultural_significance |
symbol of early computing efforts
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| gptkbp:demographics |
primarily used by educated individuals
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| gptkbp:design_feature |
manual input
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| gptkbp:design_features |
compact and portable
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| gptkbp:design_influence |
influenced later mechanical calculators
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| gptkbp:design_philosophy |
focus on simplicity and functionality
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| gptkbp:dimensions |
varied by model
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| gptkbp:display_type |
rotating dials
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| gptkbp:educational_use |
teaching arithmetic
taught in mathematics history |
| gptkbp:exhibition_history |
museums worldwide
displayed in museums |
| gptkbp:functionality |
manual operation
performs arithmetic calculations |
| gptkbp:has_limitations |
limited to basic arithmetic
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| gptkbp:historical_achievement |
recognized as a significant invention
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| gptkbp:historical_context |
developed during the Scientific Revolution
17th century mathematics |
| gptkbp:historical_documentation |
described in Pascal's writings
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| gptkbp:historical_legacy |
remains a significant historical artifact
influenced the development of future calculators |
| gptkbp:historical_significance |
one of the first mechanical calculators
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| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Pascaline
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| gptkbp:influenced_by |
gptkb:Napier's_bones
mechanical automata earlier calculating devices |
| gptkbp:innovation |
evolved over time
early example of automation |
| gptkbp:inspired_by |
Pascal's philosophical ideas
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| gptkbp:invention |
gptkb:Blaise_Pascal
1642 not patented paved the way for future innovations adding machine developed in 17th century France to help his father with tax calculations |
| gptkbp:is_influential_in |
gptkb:Blaise_Pascal
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| gptkbp:legacy |
inspired future calculators
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| gptkbp:legal_principle |
gear rotation
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| gptkbp:material |
gptkb:wood
wood and metal |
| gptkbp:mathematical_applications |
used in various mathematical applications
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| gptkbp:mechanical_complexity |
considered complex for its time
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| gptkbp:mechanical_function |
performs calculations mechanically
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| gptkbp:mechanical_principles |
based on principles of mechanics
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| gptkbp:mechanism_of_action |
gear system
cogs and gears |
| gptkbp:model |
original version
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| gptkbp:modern_relevance |
considered a precursor to modern calculators
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| gptkbp:notable_feature |
addition and subtraction capability
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| gptkbp:notable_users |
Blaise Pascal's family
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| gptkbp:number_of_digits |
8
up to 8 digits |
| gptkbp:produces |
handcrafted
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| gptkbp:production_location |
gptkb:France
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| gptkbp:recognition |
gptkb:historical_artifacts
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| gptkbp:related_to |
Blaise Pascal's work in mathematics
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| gptkbp:successor |
arithmetic machines
arithmetic machine improved versions |
| gptkbp:type |
gear-driven calculator
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| gptkbp:used_for |
addition
subtraction addition and subtraction |
| gptkbp:user_base |
gptkb:merchants
merchants and mathematicians |
| gptkbp:user_experience |
requires manual input
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| gptkbp:user_interface |
manual operation
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| gptkbp:weight |
approximately 10 kg
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Blaise_Pascal
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
5
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