Discover the Most Complicated Clock in the World: The Corpus Clock

Explore the fascinating design and mechanics of the Corpus Clock in Cambridge, known for its complex timekeeping.

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The most complicated clock in the world is the Corpus Clock, located in Cambridge, UK. It features a mechanically-driven escapement that relies on a grasshopper chronophage (a sculptural insect) to regulate time. Unveiled in 2008, it challenges conventional timekeeping with irregular motion and intricate design.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What makes the Corpus Clock unique? The Corpus Clock is unique due to its irregular motion and the use of a grasshopper chronophage to regulate time.
  2. Where is the Corpus Clock located? The Corpus Clock is located in Cambridge, UK, and was unveiled in 2008.
  3. How does the grasshopper chronophage work? The grasshopper chronophage is a sculptural insect that functions as a part of the clock's escapement mechanism, creating an artistic and effective way to keep time.
  4. When was the Corpus Clock unveiled? The Corpus Clock was unveiled in 2008.

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