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Publication of Tiangong Kaiwu

When
1637
Where
Unspecified
Episodes
1

Song Yingxing compiled the Tiangong Kaiwu, a technical encyclopedia published in May 1637 with funding from patron Tu Shaokui. The work covers diverse technical issues, including gunpowder weapons and naval mine mechanisms, while breaking from tradition by rarely citing previous written sources.

Episodes

  1. May 1637 · UnspecifiedPublication of the Encyclopedia

    Song Yingxing's Tiangong Kaiwu was published in May 1637 with financial support from patron Tu Shaokui.

Background and detail

Publication and Patronage. The Tiangong Kaiwu, also known as The Exploitation of the Works of Nature, was compiled by Song Yingxing. It was officially published in May 1637. The publication process was supported by financial contributions from Song's patron, Tu Shaokui, who provided the necessary funding for the project.

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Sources

  1. Tiangong Kaiwu Wikipedia, revision of 2025-12-30

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