TAG Heuer has created the worlds fastest chronograph watch which is
capable of measuring out 1/1000ths of a second at 500 Hz. The new TAG
Heuer Mikrotimer is equipped with a small balance wheel inside which
goes back and forth 3.6 million times an hour.
To put that in perspective when you compare this to a Rolex watch
who’s balance wheel goes back and forth around 28,800 beats per hour,
you can easily see the difference in technology used to create the two
watches. View a video after the jump to see the TAG Heuer Mikrotimer in
action.
This video shows TAG Heuer’s Mikrotimer
Flying 1000 Concept watch in action. This mechanical watch times things
to 1/1000th of a second – 300 times faster than a human blink.
The Wrist Watch Review website sums up the design by saying: "In
short, this watch is a completely mechanical device that runs faster
than a sports car engine and comes in a package about as big as a silver
dollar.”
Unfortunately no information on pricing or worldwide availability has
been released as yet as the TAG Heuer Mikrotimer watch is still just a
concept, but as soon as information comes to light we will keep you
updated.
Source: Slashgear : Wrist Watch Review
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