Lo Gnomone Clementino Astronomia Meridiana in Basilica
Costantino Sigismondi
TL;DR
This paper thoroughly reviews the scientific functions of the Clementine Gnomon, an astronomical instrument built in 1702 in the Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli, highlighting its historical and scientific significance.
Contribution
It provides a comprehensive analysis of the Gnomon's design, purpose, and scientific role, contributing to the understanding of historical astronomical instruments.
Findings
Detailed description of the Gnomon's structure and function
Historical context of its construction and use
Assessment of its scientific accuracy and relevance
Abstract
The Clementine Gnomon realized in 1702 by the astronomer Francesco Bianchini (1661-1729) upon the will of Pope Clement XI (1700-1721) in the Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli in Rome is fully reviewed about its scientific functions.
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Taxonomy
TopicsAstronomical Observations and Instrumentation · History and Developments in Astronomy · Historical Astronomy and Related Studies