Scholars, Artisans, and Charlatans: New Perspectives on Mechanical Devices from the Hellenistic to the Islamicate Worlds

This workshop explores the history of mechanics and ingenious devices, focusing on the development, transmission, and practical use of mechanical knowledge across a wide geographical area—from the Mediterranean to South Asia. It covers a broad time period, from the Hellenistic world to the medieval Islamicate context, and highlights cross-cultural exchanges and technological innovation.