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Navigational Algorithms and Techniques Developed by Indian Mathematicians
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Which Indian mathematician is credited with developing the concept of the 'cosine law' in trigonometry, which is crucial for calculating distances and angles in navigation?
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Brahmagupta
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Brahmagupta, an Indian mathematician and astronomer, is credited with developing the concept of the cosine law in trigonometry, which is expressed as $$cos(A) = sin(90° - A)$$. This law is essential for calculating distances and angles in navigation.