Metius

Dutch mathematician and astronomer

Metius - Dutch mathematician and astronomer
Born

December 9th, 1571
453 years ago

Died

September 6th, 1635
389 years ago — 63 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Netherlands

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A mathematician and astronomer contributed to the fields of trigonometry and astronomy. Developed a star catalog and worked on improving astronomical instruments. Associated with the introduction of a novel method for surveying. Helped in the advancement of mathematical techniques in the 17th century.

Developed a star catalog

Improved astronomical instruments

Contributed to trigonometric methods

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