Charles Babbage

Babbage's Mathematical Importance

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Mathematical Importance:

·         He attempted building an Analytical Engine, but never finished as a result of funding loss

·         However, the idea of the Analytical Engine was inspiring to many, and resulted in the basis of the modern computer

·         He also worked on the Difference Engine, but only a small portion was completed by his engineer, Joseph Clement