Antonio Meucci
Italian-American engineer; telephone inventor
Born
April 13th, 1808
217 years ago
Died
October 18th, 1889
135 years ago — 81 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United States
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An engineer, inventor, and entrepreneur contributed significantly to the development of voice communication technology. Born in Italy, migrated to the United States in the mid-1800s, established a workshop in Staten Island. Designed a prototype of a device for transmitting voice messages, demonstrating its functionality with the 'telettrofono'. Faced financial difficulties, including legal battles over patent rights, which hindered recognition of the invention. Recieved a U.S. patent caveat in 1871 for the telegraph device. Recognized posthumously for achievements in telecommunications and regarded as a pioneer in the field.
Developed the first prototype of the telephone
Filed a patent caveat in 1871
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