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Re: Calculator v. Slide Rule for Ex-Meridian Correction
From: Alan S
Date: 2021 Oct 7, 20:49 -0700
From: Alan S
Date: 2021 Oct 7, 20:49 -0700
Interesting things about the much disrespected slide rule:
1. The things have just two moving parts. Were slide rules a by-product of The Kiss Principle, or was the principle derived from observation of slide rules?
2. Batteries not required.
3. A 10" slide rule makes a good back scratcher too.
Alan
