Wikipedia / Chronometer
Wikipedia / Chronometer
Chronometer is a name for certain types of clock. It may refer to:
Chronomètre of Loulié, a precursor to the metronome
Chronometer watch, a highly accurate watch
Marine chronometer, a timekeeper used for marine navigation, as in
Observatory chronometer, a device certified by an observatory to be extremely accurate
Railroad chronometer, a specialized timepiece once used for safe operation of trains
See also
Chronometry, the science of timekeeping
Hydrochronometer, a water clock