Galileo’s New World
The Telescope: Observing and Measuring Astronomical Phenomena
Although the first "spyglasses" were fabricated in Holland in the early 17th century, Galileo alone immediately realized their great astronomical potential. ...
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Galileo’s Instruments
Galileo is justly famous for his revolutionary scientific theories, such as his concept of motion, a crucial element in confirming the Copernican structure ...
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Science of equilibrium
From his earliest writings, Galileo expressed unconditional admiration for Archimedes, whose works he saw as a model of scientific rigor. Galileo systematically ...
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Science of motion
Throughout his scientific career, Galileo conducted research into the nature and laws of motion. This quest culminated in the formulation of a totally ...
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Galilean iconography and relics
The relics exhibited at the Museo Galileo illustrate the celebration of Galileo as hero and martyr of science. On March 12, 1737, Galileo's remains were ...