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Leon Battista Alberti’s Bombard Problem in Ludi matematici: Geometry and Warfare.
- Source :
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Mathematical Intelligencer . Dec2013, Vol. 35 Issue 4, p27-38. 12p. - Publication Year :
- 2013
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Abstract
- The article offers information on the mathematical works of philosopher Leon Battista Alberti. It highlights the contributions of Alberti to the problem of artillery and ballistics as well as his solution to the Bombard Problem in the book "Ludi matematici." A brief profile about Alberti is provided.
- Subjects :
- *MATHEMATICS
*PHILOSOPHERS
*SCHOLARS
*ARTILLERY
*BALLISTICS
Subjects
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 03436993
- Volume :
- 35
- Issue :
- 4
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Mathematical Intelligencer
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 92592942
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1007/s00283-013-9407-3