József Galamb

Engineer and automotive designer

József Galamb - Engineer and automotive designer
Born

1881
144 years ago

Died

December 4th, 1955
69 years ago — 74 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Hungary

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An engineer and automotive designer, contributed significantly to the development of the Ford Model T. Galamb played a key role in the engineering design and production processes that led to the success of the Model T, which revolutionized transportation in the early 20th century. He collaborated with Henry Ford and was instrumental in implementing assembly line techniques that increased efficiency in automotive manufacturing. His work in automotive design and manufacturing set industry standards that influenced future vehicle production.

Designed the Ford Model T

Pioneered assembly line techniques

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