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1. Marine Chronometer

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   Historical Development
   The quest for a reliable sea clock dominated 18th-century horology. Before the widespread adoption of the marine chronometer, navigators relied on lunar distance methods or dead reckoning, both prone to cumulative error. The British Parliament recognized the existential threat posed by inaccurate naval positioning, established the Longitude Prize in 1714, inciting intense competition among clockmakers, astronomers, and na…