Luigi Guido Grandi
Italian monk and mathematician
Born
October 1st, 1671
353 years ago
Died
July 4th, 1742
283 years ago — 70 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Italy
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Born in 1671, this Italian monk contributed significantly to mathematics and engineering. As a member of the Olivetan Order, he combined his religious life with scholarly pursuits. Grandi's work primarily focused on mathematics, where he developed the Grandi's series and contributed to the field of calculus. His engineering skills were also notable, particularly in the development of hydraulic systems. Grandi's writings and teachings had a lasting influence on subsequent generations of mathematicians and engineers.
Developed Grandi's series
Contributed to hydraulic engineering
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