Hedy Lamarr

Actress and inventor of frequency hopping

Hedy Lamarr - Artists & Creatives born November 9th, 1914
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An actress and inventor, contributions included co-inventing a frequency-hopping spread spectrum technology used in wireless communications. Gained prominence in the film industry during the 1930s and 1940s, starring in movies such as 'Algiers' and 'Samson and Delilah'. Early work in filmmaking was notable for combining beauty with technical ingenuity. Later in life, recognition for her inventions in technology garnered attention, culminating in induction into the National Inventors Hall of Fame.

Starred in 'Algiers' and 'Samson and Delilah'

Co-invented frequency-hopping spread spectrum technology

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