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Charles Kaman

1919-06-15 – 2011-01-31

Life & Legacy

Charles Huron Kaman ( kə-MAHN; June 15, 1919 – January 31, 2011) was an American aeronautical engineer, businessman, inventor, and philanthropist, known for his work in rotary-wing flight and also in musical instrument design via the Kaman Music Corporation.

Occupation & Career

military flight engineer, engineer, inventor

Education

The Catholic University of America

Accomplishments, Inventions & Publications

National Medal of Technology and Innovation; National Inventors Hall of Fame

Legacy Highlights

Honors & Awards

National Inventors Hall of Fame · National Medal of Technology and Innovation

Organizations & Memberships

National Academy of Engineering

Education & Institutions

The Catholic University of America

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Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q1065149 — wikidata View source

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