Summary
Photograph of a computer diagram entitled "Fig 53. Functional elements of a serial machine". Diagram shows symbols relating to the logic of early serial computers.
This is one of a set of photographs showing computers, computer components, computer structure diagrams and computer programmimg instructions, probably used as aids in teaching computing subjects. The diagrams and instructions relate to several pioneer models and systems of stored program computers dating back as far as the 1950s and including CSIRAC (originally known as CSIR Mark 1), Cirrus, Atlas, IBM System/360 , CDC 6600 System, and Illiac IV.
Description of Content
Computer programming instructions showing a legend of symbols relating to the wiring of an early era computer, possibly the ENIAC I computer.
Physical Description
Black and white photographic print of a computer programming diagram.
More Information
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Steve & Connie Kormas, 22 Feb 2001
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Creator
Dr Trevor Pearcey, Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1950s-1960s
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Format
Photograph, Black & White
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Language
English
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Inscriptions
Museum Victoria catalogue reference handwritten in black pencil on reverse at lower right: "MM 68406". Handwritten in black ink on reverse: "Symbols representing wired operating [illegible]".
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Image Dimensions - Photograph
210 mm (Length), 163 mm (Width)
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Keywords
Computer Engineering, Computer Programming, Computer Software, Computers, Computing