Nicolas Fatio de Duillier
Mathematician, Author
1664 – 1753
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Who was Nicolas Fatio de Duillier?
Nicolas Fatio de Duillier was a Swiss mathematician known for his work on the zodiacal light problem, for his very close relationship with Isaac Newton, for his role in the Newton v. Leibniz calculus controversy, and for originating the "push" or "shadow" theory of gravitation. He also developed and patented a method of perforating jewels for use in clocks.
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- Born
- Feb 26, 1664
Basel - Also known as
- Nicolas Faccio
- Nationality
- Switzerland
- Profession
- Died
- May 12, 1753
Worcester
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on July 23, 2013
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