United States Patent No. 533,244 for Systems of Distribution by Alternating Currents, January 29, 1895
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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.
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
Patent
Date Made
29 January 1895
Subject Date
29 January 1895
Collection Title
On Exhibit
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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