Wall Clocks, Grandfather Clocks, and Digital Clocks

The ability to accurately measure the passing of time has been one of the most important developments in human civilization. For our everyday lives, being able to keep track of time allows us to plan out our daily activities and maintain a consistent schedule. This is why wall clocks, grandfather clocks and today’s digital clocks can be found in nearly every home and business in the world, as well as in our cars, on our phones, and even our computers. However, the ability to keep accurate time has also been an essential element of scientific discovery as well.

Time is something we take very seriously here at Clock-House.com. Most households in America rely on clocks for everything from getting everyone out of bed in the morning to planning their night out with friends, and as our lives become more and more complex, clocks continue to play an important role for all of us. We have therefore set up this website for those that are interesting in learning more about what is available in today’s world of timekeeping. Our goal is to provide honest, unbiased information about the various types of clocks that are most commonly used and to present this information in an easy to understand format. We do not endorse any particular manufacturer or retailer, and our site is strictly for informational purposes only.

One of the oldest types of timekeeper known to man is the sundial. This particular style of clock relies on the motion of the sun in order to track the passing of time and is often made from nothing more than a stick set perpendicular to the ground. This stick is used to cast a shadow, which moves at a predictable rate as the sun travels across the sky. While such timepieces are not nearly as accurate as those we typically use today, for ancient civilizations around the world, they were the best way to track the passing hours of the day. Of course, once night fell these clocks were essentially useless.

Today, clocks can be significantly more complex than a sundial. Nearly all clocks today (with the exception of those that use digital technology) use a series of geared wheels to move the clock hands around the face, but the means by which these gears are turned can vary from one design to the next. In the case of a grandfather clock, the combination of a pendulum and a system of weights are used to turn these gears. Most common wall clocks today, by comparison, use a simple disposable battery to power the movement of these gears.

Digital clocks are also quite common today. Having been first introduced to the public at large during the 1980’s, they are the first timepieces to use computer technology instead of mechanical gears to accurately keep track of time. These particular clocks are very, very accurate due to the computer chips they employ. They are almost always powered by a small disposable battery that can last for several years before it needs replacing.

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