Gaspard Monge (French mathematician)

Gaspard Monge was a French mathematician best known for founding descriptive geometry, a method that visually represents three-dimensional objects in two dimensions, crucial for engineering and architecture. His work laid the foundation for modern stereotomy and technical drawing. Monge also contributed to fields like differential geometry and optimal transport. During the French Revolution, he played a significant role in scientific education and national projects. His innovative approach to visualizing complex shapes revolutionized technical design, making it easier to understand and communicate their form and structure.