Historical Events tagged with "electric boat"
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Technology & Innovation
Demonstration of Telekino Remote Control Technology
September 25th, 1906 118 years ago
Leonardo Torres Quevedo showcased his invention, the Telekino, by controlling an electric boat from over 2 km away in Bilbao Abra, Spain. This groundbreaking demonstration involved guiding a boat with passengers onboard from the shore using wireless remote-control principles. The event highlighted the enormous potential of remote control technology in transportation and communication.
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