Claude-Louis Navier
French physicist and engineer
Born
February 10th, 1785
240 years ago
Died
August 21st, 1836
188 years ago — 51 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
France
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Contributions to fluid mechanics and elasticity theory significantly advanced engineering and physics. Developed the Navier-Stokes equations which describe the motion of viscous fluid substances. Worked extensively on structural engineering and made notable advancements in bridge design. Served as a professor at the Collège de France, influencing future generations of engineers and scientists.
Formulated the Navier-Stokes equations
Advanced fluid mechanics
Contributed to elasticity theory
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