Charles P. Steinmetz : German-born American Mathematician, Electrical Engineer, Professor at Union College, and Fostered the Development of Alternating Current that Made possible the Expansion of the Electric Power Industry

April 9, 1865 — October 26, 1923

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A German-born American mathematician and electrical engineer and professor at Union College. He fostered the development of alternating current that made possible the expansion of the electric power industry in the United States, formulating mathematical theories for engineers.

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April 9, 1865

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October 26, 1923

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