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Juliusz KolbergPolish topographer and surveyor.
Country:
 Poland |
Content:
- Early Life and Education
- Academic and Professional Career
- Ingenious Invention: The Polish Planimeter
- Published Works
- "Treatise on Elementary Geometry"
Early Life and Education
Born in Woldegk, Mecklenburg-Strelitz, George Adolf Ernest Guerin was a Polish topographer and land surveyor. He graduated from the Technical University of Berlin, establishing a solid foundation for his future endeavors.
Academic and Professional Career
In 1817, Guerin was appointed as Professor of Surveying and Geodesy at the University of Warsaw. His expertise was sought after, and he concurrently held the role of Inspector of Surveying and Geodesy for the Duchy of Warsaw from 1818 onward.
Ingenious Invention: The Polish Planimeter
Guerin's ingenuity shone through when he designed and constructed the first Polish planimeter in 1820. This groundbreaking device revolutionized the field of surveying, enabling the precise measurement of areas on a map.
Published Works
Guerin's contributions extended beyond his inventions. He authored numerous publications, including the following:
"Treatise on Elementary Geometry"
"Manual of Geodesy""The Use of the Planimeter for Calculating the Areas of Figures"
