Ibn Al-Haytham, a scientist born in Iraq, is the pioneer in the fields of optics, astronomy and engineering.
 
Abbas Ibn Firnas, Arabic aviator, made the first attempt to fly in 875.
 
Ibn Battuta, who was born in Morocco, was a traveler and explorer. He travels for a period more than 30 years.
 
Ahmad Ibn Majid, born in Ras al-Khaimah, UAE, is one of the most famous Arab navigators. He helped Vasco da Gama find his way from Africa to India.