 Mihailo Petrović Alas

Mihailo Petrović Alas (1868–1943) was a prominent Serbian mathematician, engineer, and inventor, known for his significant contributions to mathematics and applied sciences. He is particularly noted for his work in the fields of mathematical analysis, geometry, and numerical methods. In addition to his mathematical accomplishments, Petrović was an active member of the Serbian educational system and contributed to the academic community through teaching and publishing numerous scientific papers.