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David M. Colchester


March 2003
Page 3

Analysis of John Constable’s paintings using principles of sundial geometry to determine whether the rainbows depicted are optically accurate and temporally consistent.
How Sundials Work

October 1996
Page 13

A description of constructing a sundial that uses the polarisation of skylight rather than shadows to tell time, explaining the optical principles, historical references, and potential applications.
Dials: Unusual, Sundial Design & Layout, DIY Sundial Projects