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“Mathematics is of two kinds, Rigorous and Physical. The former is Narrow: the latter Bold and Broad. To have to stop to formulate rigorous demonstrations would put a stop to most physico-mathematical inquiries. Am I to refuse to eat because I do not fully understand the mechanism of digestion?”

Quote by Oliver Heaviside

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Oliver Heaviside

Oliver Heaviside was an outstanding electrical engineer known for his contributions to the field of electromagnetism. His work has had a profound impact on the development of modern power systems. more

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