Jean-Victor Poncelet

Mathematician known for projective geometry

Jean-Victor Poncelet - Mathematician known for projective geometry
Born

July 1st, 1788
236 years ago

Died

December 22nd, 1867
157 years ago — 79 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

France

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A mathematician and engineer, contributions largely centered around projective geometry. Pioneered the concepts of duality and the principle of continuity in geometry. Served as an officer in the French army and participated in the Napoleonic Wars. After being captured, imprisonment in Russia prompted introspection and work on mathematical theories. Authored 'Traité des propriétés projectives des figures,' which became a significant text in mathematics. Believed to have influenced future developments in geometry and algebra, establishing a foundation for further research in these fields.

Contributed to the development of projective geometry

Published 'Traité des propriétés projectives des figures'

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