This riveting timepiece , dubbed the Quarderdeck Striker , is an electromechanical wonder designed and handwriting - progress by John Hilgenberg , inventor of theair - driven Pneumachron . It is a mechanical clock at heart — just look at all the wooden gears — but its functionality is supplemented with electric servo that drive the rolled odometer time exhibit , the force - defend winding mechanism ( which Hilgenberg consider is the first of its variety ) , and the nutcracker bell striker who tolls the naval prison term every fifteen . Check out the video for a full account of the mechanics ’s inner working from Hilgenberg himself . [ Makezine ]
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