The mechanical engineer: Abu’l –‘Izz Badi’u’z – zaman Ismail ibnu’r – Razzaz al Jazari

• Main Authors: Mohammad Yazid, Amirul Akmal, Md. Salleh, Mohd. Fahmi, Ruskam, Aminuddin
• Format: Conference or Workshop Item
• Language: English
• Published: 2014
• Subjects: D History (General)
• Online Access: http://eprints.utm.my/id/eprint/60919/1/AminuddinRuskam2014_TheMechanicalEngineer.pdf; http://eprints.utm.my/id/eprint/60919/

During the Islamic golden age, there are many Muslim scholars that are really great and contribute a lot. A few common names such as Ibn Sina, al Biruni and al Khawarizmi always be known for their contributions. Also there are figures that is an icon in the mechanical engineering field which is Abu’l –‘Izz Badi’u’z – Zaman Ismail ibnu’r – Razzaz al Jazari. His creation helps people ease their jobs. Al Jazari is the first person that has been created and constructed hydraulic and gear system. He also known as the person that creates humanoid robots and was called as Father of Robotics. The story of his life before he became an honorable person is inspiring. His creations has been references for people all around the world including the west.