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In light of this, the author examines Kepler's almost unknown design of a planetary machine and offers an interpretation using virtual reality techniques.     The book also highlights the Chinese view of the Cosmos and the evolution of its astronomy and astronomical machines, offering readers a unique perspective and insight intothe relationship between astronomy and technology in different cultures.    Finally, the author provides a practical approach to understanding the construction and mechanics of astronomical machines, exploring the process of designing and manufacturing a Tellurium.    The reading is enriched with short videos of the Tellurium, along with a translation of the description of the planetary machine by Christiaan Huygens. In addition, it provides a unique glimpse into the religious influences on astronomical studies during the mid-1700s through the translation of Johann Albrecht Bengel's book Cyclus.    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It appeals to astronomers, mathematicians, physicists, and historians of science and technology alike, providing fascinating descriptions and insightful analysis of the vision of the Cosmos from its earliest conceptions to the present day.","brand":"WoB","offers":[{"title":"GB \/ NEW \/ GARDNERS","offer_id":49745555849489,"sku":"NGR9783031309434","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"US \/ NEW \/ INGRAM","offer_id":53494226026769,"sku":"NIN9783031309434","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0784\/4072\/6801\/files\/303130943X.jpg?v=1750729262"},{"product_id":"il-mandato-del-cielo-book-daniele-l-r-marini-9783031860256","title":"Il Il mandato del cielo","description":"Questo libro esplora la ricca e antica tradizione dell'astronomia cinese, sviluppatasi a partire dal terzo millennio prima dell'era corrente e documentata per la prima volta su ossa oracolari oltre 4.000 anni fa. Attraverso una sintesi storica e culturale, l'autore indaga l'evoluzione delle visioni cosmologiche cinesi fino all'arrivo dei missionari gesuiti alla fine del XVI secolo, evento che segnò l'inizio dell'incontro tra la scienza cinese e quella occidentale. Il libro analizza come la cosmologia e l'astronomia cinesi siano intrecciate con la cultura, la società e la filosofia del paese. Esplora il ruolo fondamentale dell'astronomia nella pianificazione del calendario e nei rituali religiosi e civili, e come l'enfasi cinese sulla previsione dei movimenti solari e lunari si distinguesse dall'approccio occidentale volto a comprendere le cause dei movimenti celesti. Attraverso capitoli dettagliati, il libro esamina i fondamenti della matematica antica, i metodi di osservazione e calcolo astronomico, e gli strumenti inventati dagli astronomi cinesi, come le armille e gli gnomoni. 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