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Jean Bertin

1917-09-05 – 1975-12-21

Life & Legacy

Jean Henri Bertin (French pronunciation: [ʒɑ̃ bɛʁtɛ̃]; 5 September 1917 – 21 December 1975) was a French scientist, engineer and inventor who is best known as the lead engineer for the French experimental Aérotrain mass transit system.

Occupation & Career

military flight engineer, inventor, engineer

Education

École polytechnique; École nationale supérieure de l'aéronautique et de l'espace

Accomplishments, Inventions & Publications

Officer of the Legion of Honour; Croix de guerre 1939–1945

Legacy Highlights

Honors & Awards

Croix de guerre 1939–1945 · Officer of the Legion of Honour

Employer

Bertin Technologies · Safran Aircraft Engines

Organizations & Memberships

Academy of Morvan

Education & Institutions

École nationale supérieure de l'aéronautique et de l'espace · École polytechnique

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Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q1685376 — wikidata View source

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