Alexander Mitchell
Engineer and inventor of screw-pile lighthouse
Born
April 13th, 1780
245 years ago
Died
1868
157 years ago — 88 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Ireland
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An Irish engineer specialized in marine engineering and innovation in lighthouse design. Developed the screw-pile foundation method for constructing lighthouses in unstable marine environments. Designed the first screw-pile lighthouse, the Maplin Sands Lighthouse, successfully using this technique. Made significant contributions to lighthouse technology, enabling safer navigation along hazardous coastlines. Impacted coastal engineering practices through innovative designs.
Invented the screw-pile lighthouse
Constructed the Maplin Sands Lighthouse
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