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Franz Reuleaux

German mechanical engineer (1829-1905) · Scientists · Died at 75

Franz Reuleaux was a German mechanical engineer and a lecturer at Technische Hochschule Berlin, later appointed as the president of the academy. He was often called the father of kinematics. He was a leader in his profession, contributing to many important domains of science and knowledge.

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Honorary Doctorate of the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology
Honorary Doctorate from the Université de Montréal

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Scientists
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Deceased
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Lived 1829 to 1905 · aged 75