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Augustin Jean Fresnel

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Augustin Jean Fresnel was a French physicist and engineer who made significant contributions to the field of optics. He is best known for his invention of the Fresnel lens, which revolutionized lighthouse technology and greatly improved the efficient use of light.

Sample Sentences:

• Augustin Jean Fresnel's groundbreaking work in optics paved the way for modern lighthouse design.
• The Fresnel lens invented by Augustin Jean Fresnel greatly enhanced the range and visibility of lighthouses.
• Using principles developed by Augustin Jean Fresnel, the Fresnel lens allowed for the concentration of light in a specific direction.

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