Jurij Vega

Mathematician and physicist, artillery expert

Jurij Vega - Mathematician and physicist, artillery expert
Born

March 23rd, 1754
270 years ago

Died

September 26th, 1802
222 years ago — 48 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Slovenia

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A prominent Slovene mathematician and physicist contributed significantly to the fields of mathematics and physics in the 18th century. As an artillery officer, served in the Habsburg army and applied mathematical principles to improve artillery techniques and calculations. Published several important works on mathematics, including studies on ballistics and naval artillery. Engaged in educational activities, promoting scientific knowledge in military applications and mathematics. His contributions helped to advance artillery science during his time and influenced future developments.

Authored 'Practical Arithmetic'

Developed artillery calculation methods

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