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Al-Jazari

Known for mechanical devices, water clocks, automata, and illustrated engineering.

6th century AH / 12th century CEDiyarbakirEngineer and inventor

Machines, water, and illustrated engineering

Al-Jazari Engineer and inventor

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Al-Jazari is presented as engineer and inventor associated with Diyarbakir. The working chronology for this record is 6th century AH / 12th century CE. Known for mechanical devices, water clocks, automata, and illustrated engineering.

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6th century AH / 12th century CE

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