Re: Pneumatic computers (yes, air-pressure powered)

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From: Paul Ilgenfritz
Date: Mon, 27 May 1991 23:13

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I think that some of the critical backup computing in advanced military
jets is done with fluid pneumatic devices.  If EMP or other failures
occur, the plane can still land.  Check out some military sources to
confirm.

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From: pi@hpcuhe.cup.hp.com (Paul Ilgenfritz)
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Subject: Re: Pneumatic computers (yes, air-pressure powered)
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Date: 27 May 91 23:13:14 GMT
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