Leonardo da Vinci's Contributions to Our World. One of the greatest creative figures of the Renaissance period in the arts, Leonardo da Vinci was much more than a painter and sculptor. He was a genius who conceived primitive ideas for the submarine, helicopter and even the calculator. In this paper, I will reveal facts about the man's life, works, and legacy, which continues today and always will. 8 pgs. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Pages: 8 Bibliography: 5 source(s) listed Filename: 7098 Leonardo Contributions World.doc Price: 71.60