A Study on the Armillary Spheres of the Confucianists in Joseon Dynasty

Armillary sphere, generally known as, not only astronomical instrument for observing astronomical phenomena but also symbolizes the royal authority and royal political ideology which is based on Confucianism. Among the well-reputed Confucian scholars were built their own armillary spheres. However...

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Main Authors: Yong Sam Lee, Sang Hyuk Kim, Min Soo Lee, Jang Hae Jeong
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: The Korean Space Science Society 2010-12-01
Series:Journal of Astronomy and Space Sciences
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Online Access:http://ocean.kisti.re.kr/downfile/volume/kosss/OJOOBS/2010/v27n4/OJOOBS_2010_v27n4_383.pdf