Arthur A. Oliner
American physicist and electrical engineer
Born
March 5th, 1921
104 years ago
Died
2013
12 years ago — 92 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United States
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Born in 1921, contributed to various fields of physics and electrical engineering, emphasizing the design of superconducting and ferromagnetic materials. Played a significant role in the advancement of microwave technology and electromagnetic theory. Served as a professor at the University of California, Irvine, influencing many students and researchers. Engaged in extensive research and published numerous papers that advanced scientific understanding in these areas.
Contributed to the development of microwave technology
Published research on superconductivity
Served as a professor at University of California, Irvine
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