Amar Bose

Founder of Bose Corporation

Amar Bose - Founder of Bose Corporation
Born

November 2nd, 1929
95 years ago

Died

July 12th, 2013
11 years ago — 83 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

United States

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An American engineer and businessman established Bose Corporation, a company specializing in audio equipment. The company gained recognition for its innovative speaker systems and headphones. Education included an undergraduate degree from MIT, followed by advanced studies in electrical engineering and sound. Contributions to audio technology and acoustics led to numerous patents. The company became a leader in high-fidelity audio products, popularizing advancements in sound reproduction.

Founded Bose Corporation

Developed advanced audio technologies

Held numerous patents in acoustics

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