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Design and Reconstruction of an Ancient Roman Crane
Department of Industrial Engineering, University of Rome Tor Vergata, Rome, Italy
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Advances in Historical Studies·Volume 09 (2020)·Pages 261–283·Published 7 December 2020·DOI10.4236/ahs.2020.95021
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Abstract
Archeological remains and literature sources are used to work out design considerations and reconstruction activities on an ancient Roman crane. Design requirements have been elaborated by looking at the Vitruvius work as republished during Renaissance and considering practical aspects of material and manufacturing both in ancient time and today possibilities. Results are reported in terms of design developments and experiences for prototype reconstructions that have been exhibited in a museum.
KeywordsHistory of MachinesAncient Roman CranesHistorical AnalysisReconstruction Design
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