Charles-Eugène Delaunay
French astronomer and mathematician (1816–1872) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Charles-Eugène Delaunay (French pronunciation: [ʃaʁl øʒɛn dəlonɛ]; 9 April 1816 – 5 August 1872) was a French astronomer and mathematician. His lunar motion studies were important in advancing both the theory of planetary motion and mathematics.[1]
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Born | (1816-04-09)9 April 1816 |
Died | 5 August 1872(1872-08-05) (aged 56) Cherbourg, France |
Nationality | French |
Known for | Delaunay variables |
Scientific career | |
Fields | Astronomy Celestial mechanics |
Institutions | Paris Observatory |
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