The World's Largest Computer in 1951

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The discussion revolves around historical and technical aspects of significant machines and vehicles, including the ENIAC computer and the Russian Ekranoplan. Participants engage in a quiz-like format, posing questions and providing hints about various inventions, their specifications, and historical context.

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  • Technical explanation

Main Points Raised

  • One participant describes the ENIAC, detailing its size, weight, components, and power consumption, while noting its limited processing power compared to modern devices.
  • Another participant identifies the ENIAC as the machine described in the previous post.
  • Participants discuss a large vehicle that weighs 540 tons, can travel over land and water, and is hinted to be built in Russia, leading to speculation about its identity.
  • Some participants propose that the vehicle in question is the Russian Ekranoplan, explaining its design and operational principles related to ground effect.
  • There is a discussion about a vehicle that achieved over 188 miles per gallon, with participants speculating on its type and historical significance, including a mention of a Harley Davidson motorcycle from 1908.
  • One participant describes a crude device involving a wooden stand, a funnel, acid, and copper wire, prompting further questions about its purpose.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the identity of some machines, particularly the vehicle that achieved high fuel efficiency, as various guesses and clarifications are made. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the specifics of some inventions and their historical context.

Contextual Notes

Participants express uncertainty about the specifications and classifications of the vehicles discussed, particularly regarding the Ekranoplan's operational capabilities and the fuel efficiency claims of the motorcycle.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in the history of computing, engineering innovations, and the evolution of vehicle technology may find this discussion engaging.

  • #391
I didn't tell you the answer. I'm looking for a name here.
 
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  • #392
The centre of the Earth prooved too far, despite their very expensive efforts.
American Miscellaneous Society AMSOC was a loose collection of scientists that was formed mainly to progress research projects that didn't fit into any category, such as the unsuccessful project to drill into the Earth's mantle, Project Mohole?
 
  • #393
yup, it was project mohole.
 
  • #394
It has the name of a bird, yet the metaphor of death. It was created by a very famous person with the last name that is another word for ghost
 
  • #395
Way too easy, Raven.
 
  • #396
Correct, good job.
 
  • #397
I share the same name as Holmes's friend and assistant. I co-discovered the most famous blueprint of all time. What is the full name of my partner?
 
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  • #398
james watson
 
  • #399
Incorrect, but close. You're halfway there.
 
  • #400
Francis Harry Compton Crick. Erm, did I steal it?
 
  • #401
Francis Crick
 
  • #402
Yes. Stolen.
 
  • #403
honestrosewater gives the question.
 
  • #404
Danget, he got it first.

Good job horse
 
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  • #405
Hm, my first question.

You may think a Harvard logician's high blood pressure caused me (but you'd be wrong).
 
  • #406
I'm lost on this one, leads end up in dead ends. I think someone would have to know this one.
 
  • #407
Ah, I have a potential lead! Though I have no knowlage whatsoever on medical stuff.
 
  • #408
What, I'm supposed to feed you the answer? High blood pressure is a major risk factor for what?
Edit: You might try to shave off a couple... What do swimming and petting have in common? Today I speak; Yesterday I [...] :-p
 
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  • #409
Henry Sheffer!
 
  • #410
Oh, wrong answer, its just a stroke
 
  • #411
Stroke..somthing.. hmm

brb
 
  • #412
Did I steal it?
 
  • #413
Jesus christ

again..

stolen?
 
  • #414
Meh, whose stroke?
Hint: No, it's not Jesus Christ's
 
  • #415
LOL that wasn't my awnser.


Stroke was a clue. I guess i was going the wrong direction with it.
 
  • #416
Sheffer's stroke.

I am the bass guitarist for a band that formed in Boston, and we haven't played with toys since 1975. I share my last name with a very famous physicist, what year was he born?
 
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  • #417
Dr. Robert Preston Hamilton,
 
  • #418
No. Think 175 years back.
 
  • #419
Wr Hamilton 1805
 
  • #420
From house to house he goes,
A messenger small and slight.
And whether it rains or snows,
He sleeps outside at night.
What am I?
 

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