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(Answer by Pierre Paquette (user PierreQuebec) http://cielprofond.info http://pierrepaquette.net)
According to an article ("Who really invented the telescope?" by Raymond Shubinski) in the August, 2008 edition of Astronomy (www.astronomy.com), there are claims for magnifying optical instruments at least since the 1st century AD.
However, the most serious claims are those of Thomas Digges (1546-1595), who had "a glass that allowed him to 'discover things farre off'", maybe using mirrors, and his contemporary William Bourne (1535-1582) "described the use of lenses to view objects". Giambastista della Porta (1535-1615), in Italy (both preceding ones were English) "described the use of convex and concave lenses [and] fitting the two types of lenses together to help people with poor vision", but it seems unlikely (according to Shubinski) that della Porta actually built a telescope himself.
Lippershey applied for a patent in October 1608. The story of his children having played with lenses is unlikely to be true. Then, only two weeks after Lippershey (also spelled Lipperhey) applied for his patent, Jacob Metius asked for one as well, for a telescope "he had been working on [...] for 2 years".
Finally, it seems "that Sacharias Janssen (1585-1632) [...] constructed a telescope in 1604" and was selling them in September 1608. He went on to invent the microscope in 1618, and apparently had seen a telescope BEFORE 1604 made by an unknown Italian.
So it seems that NO, Hans Lippershey (or Lipperhey) did NOT invent the telescope. Neither did Galileo Galilei, who only turned it towards the sky (and still was apparently not the first to do so!).
What else can I help you with?
Was the telescope created by accident?
The first telescope was invented by Hans Lipperhey , a Dutch lens grinder, in 1609 when he combined two lenses.
Who invented telescope?
The telescope was invented by Hans Lippershey, a Dutch eyeglass maker, around the early 17th century. Although the exact origin of the telescope is debated, Lippershey is often credited with its invention.
How did Galileo support this theory after he invented the telescope?
Although Galileo's telescope was the first to be used for astronomical purposes, he didn't invent the telescope. A man named Hans Lipperhey invented the telescope. Many people claimed to have invented the telescope however Hans Lipperhey was the only one to apply for a patent.
What year did Aristotle invent the telescope?
Aristotle did not invent the telescope; he lived roughly 2000 years before the telescope was invented.
Why did Isaac Newton invent the telescope?
Isaac Newton did not invent the telescope. The telescope was actually invented by Hans Lippershey in 1608. Newton's contributions to science were in the fields of physics, mathematics, and astronomy, particularly with his laws of motion and the development of calculus.
Did Galileo galilie invent the telescope?
No, but Hans Lipperhey invented the telescope in 1690.
Who invented the telecope?
Hans Lipperhey invented the telescope.
Who is was the first man discovered telescope?
Hans Lipperhey, a German spectacle maker, is the original inventor for the telescope.
Was the telescope created by accident?
The first telescope was invented by Hans Lipperhey , a Dutch lens grinder, in 1609 when he combined two lenses.
Who invented telescope?
The telescope was invented by Hans Lippershey, a Dutch eyeglass maker, around the early 17th century. Although the exact origin of the telescope is debated, Lippershey is often credited with its invention.
Who invented the telescope and which year did this occur?
They say Hans lipperhey invented the telecope but they say they don't now who actually invented it
What year telescope was invented?
While it is commonly believed that Galileo first invented the telescope, it was first invented by Hans Lipperhey, a German "spectacle" maker, circa: 1595.
How long did it take Hans Lipperhey to build telescope?
Once he had some lenses and got the idea, he could probably have done it in an hour.
When was a telescope used?
First in 1608 by Hans Lippershey (1570 -- September 1619), also known as Johann Lippershey or Lipperhey. Wiki - History of the telescope can give you a lot of detail.
When did Galileo invented the telescope?
Never, Dutchman Hans Lippershey did. Galileo improved it to make it magnify 30 times instead of just 3.
How did Galileo support this theory after he invented the telescope?
Although Galileo's telescope was the first to be used for astronomical purposes, he didn't invent the telescope. A man named Hans Lipperhey invented the telescope. Many people claimed to have invented the telescope however Hans Lipperhey was the only one to apply for a patent.
Who made up telescopes?
Hans Lippershey invented the telescope in the year 1608. GALILEO DID NOT INVENT THE TELESCOPE!!!!!!!! :)
