Jang Yeong-sil
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| Gender | Male |
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| Inventions | Armillary sphere |
| Parents | Jang Seong-hwi |
| Born | Dongnae County |
| Hangul | 장영실 |
| Hanja | 蔣英實 |
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| ID | 2546470 |
Jang Yeong-sil Life story
Jang Yeong-sil was a Korean mechanical engineer, scientist, and inventor during the Joseon Dynasty. Although Jang was born as a peasant, King Sejong allowed Jang to work at the royal palace. Jang's inventions, such as the Cheugugi and the water gauge, highlight the technological advancements of the Joseon Dynasty.
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