Charles Proteus Steinmetz: A Biography - Hardcover

""Charles Proteus Steinmetz: A Biography"" is a comprehensive account of the life and work of one of the most brilliant and influential electrical engineers of the 20th century. Written by John Winthrop Hammond, the book delves into Steinmetz's early life in Germany, his immigration to the United States, and his groundbreaking work at General Electric, where he made significant contributions to the development of alternating current (AC) power systems.The book explores Steinmetz's personal life as well, including his struggles with physical disability and his involvement in socialist politics. Hammond also examines Steinmetz's impact on the field of electrical engineering, including his development of mathematical models for AC circuits and his work on electromagnetic fields.Throughout the book, Hammond provides detailed descriptions of Steinmetz's experiments and inventions, as well as his relationships with other notable figures in the field of electrical engineering, such as Nikola Tesla and Thomas Edison. The book also includes photographs and illustrations that help to bring Steinmetz's story to life.Overall, ""Charles Proteus Steinmetz: A Biography"" is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of science and technology, as well as the life of one of its most brilliant minds.Biography Of The Inventor Who Was Granted The First Patent For An Alternating Current Generator.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.