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I know that there is a formula to calculate the result of any input but is the logic of how the machine actually worked documented?

I have seen schematics for the circuitry and even a how to make your own at home site. But has the logic been broken down? Is there source for a virtua Enigma Machine that works by replicating the logic of the machine instead of just using the math?

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Sorry to ask this, but did you try a web search? The first hit has many links to enigma simulation source code. For example, this.

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This does have some interesting emulations. But I guess I was looking for more of an elegant and easy to follow solution rather than javascript. But this is at least someplace to start. – Chad Aug 4 '11 at 16:13
Perhaps this is what you want: homepages.tesco.net/~andycarlson/enigma/simulating_enigma.html "A recurring theme in my Inbox is people asking for the enigma wheel wiring so that they can write their own simulator. To save repetition, this web page contains the information you will need if you want to build yourself a simulator." – Marsh Ray Aug 6 '11 at 7:28
That is more like what I Was looking for thank you. – Chad Aug 8 '11 at 12:44
@Marsh Ray, Broken link? – captncraig Apr 10 at 14:50

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