Carl von Linde

Engineer known for refrigeration technology

Carl von Linde - Scientists & Innovators born June 11th, 1842
Born
Died

1934
92 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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