Title :
Electrical Engineering Hall of Fame: Willis R. Whitney
Author :
Brittain, James E.
Abstract :
The paper presents the biography of Willis R. Whitney, and his contributions on electrical science, his pioneer inventions, and his inspiring leadership in research.
Keywords :
biographies; Willis R. Whitney; biographies; Center for the History of Electrical Engineering; Chemistry; Educational institutions; Electrodes; Engineering profession; Laboratories; Lamps; Medals; Recruitment; Rectifiers;
Journal_Title :
Proceedings of the IEEE
DOI :
10.1109/JPROC.2007.908067
