United States Patent No. 594,145 for Induction Dynamos, November 23, 1897

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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

23 November 1897

Subject Date

23 November 1897

Location

By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center

Object ID

31.949.28

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