Giovanni Poleni was an Italian engineer, physicist, and professor, born in 1683 in Venice and known for his work in the 18th century. He is particularly recognized for his contributions to the fields of mechanics and hydraulics, including the study of the balance of forces and the properties of fluids. Among his notable achievements was the invention of a new type of barometer and various experiments related to the study of water and air pressure.
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