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SuSong, a Chinese expert in the calculation of calendars, built an advanced astronomical clock in 1088.
SuSong led a team of skilled mathematicians and artisans in building the clock tower.
Eventually, Su Xie and his colleagues concluded that key sections of the plans, concerning the clock's construction had been excised to keep their contents secret.
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