+The astrolabe is an ancient astronomical instrument, a sophisticated analog calculator. It models the sky, allowing one to determine the time by day or night, find local latitude, and predict the positions of stars. More than a simple [Clock](/wiki/clock), it served as a versatile tool for [Astronomy](/wiki/astronomy) and [Navigation](/wiki/navigation).
+## See also
+- [Compass](/wiki/compass)
+- [Sundial](/wiki/sundial)
+- [Sextant](/wiki/sextant)