Animation of Banu Musa Water Trick Devices, 9th Century (1001 Inventions)

Animation of the water trick devices from Banu Musa's Book of Ingenious Devices. In the 9th century, Banu Musa (the sons of Musa ibn Shakir) produced some fascinating machines that they included in their Book of Ingenious Devices. This particular machine is a portable jar that was brought to guests in the house. It gives water in short spills one after another - believed to be a method of water conservation Read More: