Award
Lemelson–MIT Prize
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Alfred J. Gross
1918-02-22 – 2000-12-21
Life & Legacy
Irving "Al" Gross (; February 22, 1918 – December 21, 2000) was a pioneer in mobile wireless communication. He created and patented many communications devices, specifically in relation to an early version of the walkie-talkie, Citizens' Band radio, the telephone pager and the cordless telephone.
Occupation & Career
inventor, engineer, businessperson
Education
Case Western Reserve University
Accomplishments, Inventions & Publications
Lemelson–MIT Prize; IEEE Centennial Medal; Edwin Howard Armstrong Achievement Award
Legacy Highlights
Honors & Awards
Edwin Howard Armstrong Achievement Award · IEEE Centennial Medal · Lemelson–MIT Prize
Education & Institutions
Case Western Reserve University
Verified Legacy Record
Award
IEEE Centennial Medal
Source: Wikidata population candidate Q1446296 · wikidata
Award
Edwin Howard Armstrong Achievement Award
Source: Wikidata population candidate Q1446296 · wikidata
Sources & Provenance
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