Guillermo González Camarena

Mexican engineer and inventor of color TV

Guillermo González Camarena - Mexican engineer and inventor of color TV
Born

1917
108 years ago

Died

April 18th, 1965
60 years ago — 48 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Mexico

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An engineer developed innovations in television technology. Pioneered the first color television transmission system. The invention allowed for the broader use of color in broadcast television, influencing how viewers experienced media. Contributed to various technical advancements in the field, including patents related to color television.

Invented the first color television system

Developed a television transmission system in 1939

Held several patents in television technology

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