Can a Pendulum Clock Function Independently of Gravity and Temperature Changes?

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A pendulum clock's period is fundamentally dependent on gravity and the length of the pendulum, making it impossible for such a clock to function independently of these factors. The discussion highlights the inherent weaknesses of pendulum clocks in varying gravitational fields and temperature changes. Alternatives to pendulum mechanisms are suggested for more reliable timekeeping under different conditions. Historical designs, such as those from the 1700s, are mentioned as potential references for overcoming these challenges. Ultimately, the feasibility of creating a gravity- and temperature-independent pendulum clock remains questionable.
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I asked myself whether there are any possibilities to construct a pendulum clock, which period is independent of the acceleration of gravity, which may differ at different places, or the extension of the pendulum lenght, that is caused by different temperatures?
 
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And? What answer did you give yourself?
 
well I have not a clue..that is why I want to ask you...
 
Well, the force of gravity and the length of the arm are pretty much the things that define the period of a pendulum, so if you are were hoping to build a clock without those things being constant, it pretty much couldn't use a pendulum.

Since those are things that a pendulum has as its weaknesses, why would you use a pendulum at all, instead of using an alternate method that is not susceptible to the very things that you plan to vary?
 
Gavroy said:
Hey
I asked myself whether there are any possibilities to construct a pendulum clock, which period is independent of the acceleration of gravity, which may differ at different places, or the extension of the pendulum lenght, that is caused by different temperatures?
Have you looked into the clocks designed in the mid to late 1700's by http://www.nmm.ac.uk/harrison" ?
 
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Gavroy said:
well I have not a clue..that is why I want to ask you...

Hi-
but the point is: do you want to have an idea on how to overcome to acc. gravity or thermal change on the value square_root(g/L) or what?
 

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