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Ancient Chinese texts describe 'immortal mirror' akin to CT scan

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Ancient Chinese texts from the Tang dynasty describe an "immortal mirror" capable of displaying internal organs, functioning as an early conceptualization of modern CT scans. These legends also included portable versions of this diagnostic tool, as well as tales of ingenious machines and lifelike puppets, reflecting a long-held fascination with advanced technology. AI

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Ancient Chinese texts describe 'immortal mirror' akin to CT scan

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Zoey Zhang ·

    Ancient Chinese texts depict ‘immortal mirror’ akin to CT scan, early notion of robots

    Ancient China dreamed of future technology long before the modern age, conjuring visions of magic mirrors, ingenious machines and even lifelike wooden puppets. In the Tang dynasty (618–907) text Duyang Miscellaneous Records, a mysterious stone called the “immortal mirror” appears…

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