Carl von Linde
Engineer known for refrigeration technology
Born
Died
1934
91 years ago — 92 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Germany
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Contributed significantly to the development of refrigeration and air conditioning technologies. Invented the industrial process for the liquefaction of gases, particularly oxygen and nitrogen, which became essential for various industries. Founded the Linde AG company, which grew to become a major player in global industrial gases. Held a position as a professor at the Technical University of Munich, influencing future generations of engineers and scientists.
Invented the industrial refrigeration process
Founded Linde AG
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