Name: Ancient gyroscope: Gravity-defying incense burner
Uploaded: 2026-04-25T16:03:40+08:00
Duration: PT24.44S
Description: This ingenious incense burner from the Tang Dynasty (618-907) features a nested gimbal mechanism that keeps the embers level no matter how you move. It's a masterpiece of ancient physics that predates modern navigation tools.

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This ingenious incense burner from the Tang Dynasty (618-907) features a nested gimbal mechanism that keeps the embers level no matter how you move. It's a masterpiece of ancient physics that predates modern navigation tools.

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