Summary
Box for storing and carrying tools, paper tape and other items relating to programming CSIRAC.
Terry Holden used this toolbox from 1958 to 1963 while programming CSIRAC. Terry worked for the CSIRO Division of Building Research.
The toolbox was used to carry 12 hole program paper tapes, a stainless steel cutting board, a unipunch, and printouts of programs and other items.
More Information
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Collection Names
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Collecting Areas
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Mr Terry Holden, 14 Jan 2000
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User
Mr Terry Holden, 18 Gilbert Street, Hackett, Greater Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia, 1958-1963
Terry Holden used this box while working as a CSIRAC programmer. -
Classification
Computing & calculating, Digital computing, Editing equipment
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Type of item
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Overall Dimensions
68 cm (Length), 43.5 cm (Width), 7.5 cm (Height)
DIMENSIONS ARE WITH LID OPEN. CLOSED L34.5, H12
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Exhibition Collection Management
680 mm (Length), 435 mm (Width), 75 mm (Height)
measurements are for open case; closed L345 H120
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References
[Book] McCann, Doug & Thorne, Peter. 2000. The Last of the First CSIRAC: Australia's First Computer. 196., 2000, 119 - 122 and other pages Pages
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Keywords
Computer Accessories, Computing, CSIRAC (Computer), Making History - CSIRAC
