United States Patent No. 533,244 for Systems of Distribution by Alternating Currents, January 29, 1895
THF256721 / United States Patent No. 533,244 for Systems of Distribution by Alternating Currents, January 29, 1895
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Artifact Overview
Charles Steinmetz excelled at applying mathematical theory and scientific methods to practical engineering, helping define the role of "scientist-engineer" in the American electrical industry. Working at General Electric in the 1890s, Steinmetz developed influential theories on alternating currents and conducted breakthrough experiments on power loss. His innovations improved the efficiency of electrical power distribution over long distances.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Patent
Date Made
29 January 1895
Subject Date
29 January 1895
Place of Creation
Collection Title
Location
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
31.949.2
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Metal
Technique
Printing (Process)
Handwriting
Color
Black-and-white (Colors)
Dimensions
Height: 11.25 in
Width: 8 in
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Charles Steinmetz applied mathematical theory and scientific methods to practical engineering, helping shape the electrical engineering profession. His theories on alternating currents, experiments on power loss, and influential publications placed him at the front of the field and improved electrical power distribution.