Archimedes

There is no doubt that Archimedes was the greatest scientist in history, and definitely the most significant one of the classical period. He was born in about 287 BC in the Greek city-state of Syracuse on the island of Sicily. Early in his career, he might have spent time in Egypt. Nevertheless, he devoted the majority of his life to Syracuse, the main Greek city-state in Sicily, where he was close to the king, Hieron II.

Archimedes was an astronomer, mathematician, engineer, physicist, inventor, and weapons designer. He was unquestionably a man who was of and far ahead of his time. Archimedes had long-lasting influences on several fields, including mathematics, physics, engineering, astronomy, and invention, with his brilliant talent. His inventions have survived the test of time and have paved the way for many modern designs. This explains why he has been considered a national treasure for his innovations and ideas.

Born: c. 287 BC

Died: c. 212 BC

Inventions: Archimedes’ principle, Archimedes’ screw, hydrostatics, levers, infinitesimals, Neuseis constructions, the Iron Claw, …