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Archimedes of Syracuse (Greek:
Ἀρχιμήδης;
287 BC – 212 BC) was a Greek
mathematician, physicist,
engineer,
inventor, and
astronomer.[1]
Although few details of his life are known, he is regarded as one of
the leading scientists
in classical
antiquity. Among his advances in physics
are the foundations of hydrostatics,
statics and an
explanation of the principle of the lever.
He is credited with designing innovative machines,
including siege
engines and the screw
pump that bears his name. Modern experiments have tested claims
that Archimedes designed machines capable of lifting attacking ships
out of the water and setting ships on fire using an array of
mirrors.[2]
Archimedes is generally considered to be
the greatest mathematician
of antiquity and one of the greatest of all time.
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