Charles Babbage, FRS was an English polymath. A mathematician, philosopher, inventor and mechanical engineer, Babbage is best remembered for originating the concept of a programmable computer.
Considered a "father of the computer", Babbage is credited with inventing the first mechanical computer that eventually led to more complex designs. His varied work in other fields has led him to be described as "pre-eminent" among the many polymaths of his century.
Parts of Babbage's uncompleted mechanisms are on display in the London Science Museum. In 1991, a perfectly functioning difference engine was constructed from Babbage's original plans. Built to tolerances achievable in the 19th century, the success of the finished engine indicated that Babbage's machine would have worked.
Another mode of accumulating power arises from lifting a weight and then allowing it to fall. power
Perhaps it would be better for science, that all criticism should be avowed. science
At each increase of knowledge, as well as on the contrivance of every new tool, human labour becomes abridged. knowledge
There is no language like the Irish for soothing and quieting. 3 other views from John Millington Synge
3 other views from John Millington Synge
Being Irish, he had an abiding sense of tragedy, which sustained him through temporary periods of joy. 28 views from William Butler Yeats
28 views from William Butler Yeats
Geographically, Ireland is a medium-sized rural island that is slowly but steadily being consumed by sheep. 27 other sayings from Dave Barry
27 other sayings from Dave Barry
We have always found the Irish a bit odd. They refuse to be English. 74 views from Winston Churchill
74 views from Winston Churchill