# A computer without electricity? Mechanical computing concept 'could help improve people's lives' with all sorts of potential real-world uses

> Researchers in the US have built a mechanical computer It's made from metal bars and springs, and is capable of basic computing operations This might pave the way for important technological advances, and 'could help…

- **Source:** [TechRadar](https://www.techradar.com/computing/a-computer-without-electricity-mechanical-computing-concept-could-help-improve-peoples-lives-with-all-sorts-of-potential-real-world-uses?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=69e101c67f0d1ef74bfa3d15)
- **Published:** 2026-04-16
- **Category:** Computers & IT
- **Tags:** #mechanical #computing #bars #computer #electricity #help #improve #lives
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