Adrien Auzout Biography

Historical biography and chronological timeline for Adrien Auzout, based on 2 World History Database records associated with France.

2 records1666–16662 events1 places

Chronological biography

1666

Filar Micrometer1666

Science / Astronomy · Astronomer · Paris

Develops a micrometer for measuring small angular separations through telescopes.

Precision Telescopic Measurement1666

Science / Astronomy · Astronomer · Paris

Improves quantitative observation of planetary diameters and double stars.

Titles and roles

Astronomer

Record provenance

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