Charles-Eugène Delaunay

Charles-Eugène Delaunay (French pronunciation: [ʃaʁl øʒɛn dəlonɛ]; 9 April 1816 5 August 1872) was a French astronomer and mathematician. His lunar motion studies were important in advancing both the theory of planetary motion and mathematics.

Charles-Eugène Delaunay
Charles-Eugène Delaunay
Born(1816-04-09)9 April 1816
Lusigny-sur-Barse, France
Died5 August 1872(1872-08-05) (aged 56)
Cherbourg, France
NationalityFrench
Known forDelaunay variables
Scientific career
FieldsAstronomy
Celestial mechanics
InstitutionsParis Observatory
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