List of chronometers on HMS Beagle
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list-of-chronometers-on-hms-beagle-186-10679492
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List of chronometers on HMS Beagle
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Chronometers were formerly used for the accurate determination of longitude by ships at sea. By measuring the time of local solar noon compared to the time of noon at a reference point the difference in longitude can be directly found. For this system to work, a timepiece showing the time at the reference point must be carried to the measuring point. A timepiece intended to remain accurate while subjected to the motions of a ship at sea and through extreme changes in environment, especially temp
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2011-05-13T23:17:47Z
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2024-09-08T15:16:38Z
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