Augustin Jean | Fresnel

: In 1822, Fresnel designed a "beehive" of concentric glass prisms.

: Modern Fresnel technology is still used in lighthouses, traffic lights, and even smartphone camera flashes. 📐 Scientific Breakthroughs augustin jean fresnel

: A famous experiment where light was shown to bend around a circular disk and create a bright spot in the center of its shadow, proving light acts like a wave. : In 1822, Fresnel designed a "beehive" of

You can find various prints and commemorations of Fresnel's work through online retailers: : In 1822