Guillermo González Camarena
Mexican engineer and inventor of color TV
Born
1917
108 years ago
Died
April 18th, 1965
59 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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