Philippe de La Hire

French mathematician and astronomer

Philippe de La Hire - Scientists & Innovators born March 18th, 1640
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Contributed significantly to mathematics and astronomy during the 17th century. Developed a method for calculating the position of celestial bodies and made important advancements in the field of geometry. Worked on the theory of conics and analytical geometry. Engaged in various scientific discussions of the time and corresponded with notable contemporaries.

Published treatises on celestial mechanics

Contributed to the development of geometry

Calculated positions of planets

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