Herbert Saffir was an American civil engineer born under the pioneering sign of Aries, known for his groundbreaking work in hurricane classification systems. His Aries energy drove him to create innovative solutions that would protect countless lives from natural disasters.
Known for: Co-creator of the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale, Civil engineering innovations, Hurricane damage assessment research, Structural engineering expertise, Wind resistance studies
Herbert Saffir's Natal Chart
Tropical zodiac · planetary positions at birth, Brooklyn, United States (approximate - birth time not recorded)
| Planet | Sign | Degree | Rx |
|---|---|---|---|
| ☉Sun | Aries | 8° 13' 45" | |
| ☽Moon | Gemini | 27° 43' 14" | |
| ☿Mercury | Aries | 8° 00' 03" | |
| ♀Venus | Aries | 1° 02' 01" | |
| ♂Mars | Aries | 2° 08' 59" | |
| ♃Jupiter | Taurus | 8° 42' 49" | |
| ♄Saturn | Cancer | 23° 39' 55" | |
| ♅Uranus | Aquarius | 22° 17' 06" | |
| ♆Neptune | Leo | 2° 08' 60" | R |
| ♇Pluto | Cancer | 2° 21' 39" | |
| ☊Rahu | Capricorn | 15° 43' 56" | R |
| ☋Ketu | Cancer | 15° 43' 56" | R |
Note: Herbert Saffir's exact birth time is not publicly recorded. This chart shows planetary positions computed at 12:00 UTC on the birth date — accurate for slow-moving planets (Mars through Pluto) but the Moon position may be off by up to half a sign. Ascendant and houses are not shown.
Birth Details
- Date
- March 29, 1917
- Place
- Brooklyn
- Country
- United States
- Timezone
Zodiac Profile
- Sun Sign
- Aries
- Element
- Fire
- Quality
- Cardinal
- Ruling Planet
- Mars
Human Design Profile
Birth time unknown - type is accurate; authority & profile may vary.
Incarnation Cross
Left Angle Cross of Gates 17/18/38/39
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Cosmic Identity
Spirit Animal
Eagle
The eagle represents Saffir's ability to soar above challenges and see the bigger picture when developing hurricane classification systems. Like an eagle's keen vision that spots danger from great heights, Saffir possessed the foresight to create tools that would warn humanity of approaching storms.
Archetype
Pioneer Engineer
Saffir embodied the archetype of a visionary engineer who blazed new trails in understanding natural forces. His Aries determination combined with technical expertise allowed him to create lasting innovations that serve humanity.
Power Planet
Mars - Driving Force
Elemental Dominance
Fire (Aries) - His fiery Aries nature provided the passionate drive needed to tackle dangerous hurricane research and create revolutionary classification systems.
Fame Signature
Saffir's Aries Mars energy manifested as relentless determination to solve complex engineering problems related to hurricane damage. His pioneering spirit and courage to tackle unprecedented challenges earned him recognition in meteorology and engineering fields.
Shadow Side
His Aries impulsiveness may have led to rushing certain projects or being overly forceful in professional disagreements. The intense drive that fueled his innovations could sometimes overshadow collaborative approaches or patient deliberation.
Numerology
5
Life Path
The Explorer
9
Expression
The Humanitarian
2
Soul Urge
The Diplomat
7
Personality
The Seeker
Life Path 5 as The Explorer perfectly complemented his Aries sun, driving him to venture into uncharted territories of hurricane science. This combination of pioneering fire energy and exploratory life path created an innovator who fearlessly investigated nature's most destructive forces.
Lucky Gemstones
Aquamarine
Primary - Life Path 5
Diamond
Secondary - Aries Sun Sign
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