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> is the lock the first machine to do a discrete, conditional action? Interesting question. I would guess that the answer is "no". Animal traps based on some
by ggchappell 12y ago
> is the lock the first machine to do a discrete, conditional action?
Interesting question.
I would guess that the answer is "no". Animal traps based on some kind of triggered action probably predated the keyed lock.
- abecedarius 12y agoGood point! I feel embarrassed. Thanks. (Maybe the lock could still get credit for the logical AND?)
- JacobAldridge 12y agoNever feel embarrassed for asking a great question!
- ggchappell 12y agoAgreed.