Bernard Forest de Bélidor
French mathematician and engineer
Born
1698
327 years ago
Died
September 8th, 1761
264 years ago — 63 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
France
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Contributions to mathematics and engineering included significant works in hydraulics and architecture. Published major texts such as 'Architecture hydraulique', which outlined methodologies for water management and infrastructure design. The work provided foundational principles that influenced future engineering practices. In addition, mathematical contributions focused on the development of fluid mechanics and hydrostatics, impacting the fields of civil and mechanical engineering.
published 'Architecture hydraulique'
developed principles of hydraulics
contributed to fluid mechanics
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