About Charles-Nicolas Peaucellier
Lived 1832 – 1913 (aged 81). Charles-Nicolas Peaucellier was a French mathematician, engineer, inventor and military officer.
Charles-Nicolas Peaucellier (16 June 1832 – 4 October 1919) was a French engineer who graduated from the École polytechnique. He made a career in the French army and was promoted to général de division in 1888.
He is best known for the Peaucellier–Lipkin linkage which was partly named after him.
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Who was Charles-Nicolas Peaucellier?
French general (1832-1913)
When was Charles-Nicolas Peaucellier born?
Charles-Nicolas Peaucellier was born on 16 June 1832 in Saarlouis.
When did Charles-Nicolas Peaucellier die?
Charles-Nicolas Peaucellier died on 4 October 1913 in Paris.
What was Charles-Nicolas Peaucellier's occupation?
Charles-Nicolas Peaucellier was a mathematician, engineer, inventor and military officer.
What nationality was Charles-Nicolas Peaucellier?
Charles-Nicolas Peaucellier was French.
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