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Lavoisier Medal for Lifetime Technical Achievement
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Nathaniel Wyeth
1911-10-24 – 1990-07-06
Life & Legacy
Nathaniel C. Wyeth (October 24, 1911 – July 4, 1990) was an American mechanical engineer and inventor. He is best known for creating a variant of polyethylene terephthalate that could withstand the pressure of carbonated liquids. Made of recyclable PET plastic, lighter than glass and virtually unbreakable, Wyeth's invention is used widely today for both carbonated and non-carbonated drinks.
Occupation & Career
engineer, inventor
Education
University of Pennsylvania School of Engineering and Applied Science
Accomplishments, Inventions & Publications
Lavoisier Medal for Lifetime Technical Achievement
Legacy Highlights
Honors & Awards
Lavoisier Medal for Lifetime Technical Achievement
Organizations & Memberships
Wyeth family
Education & Institutions
University of Pennsylvania School of Engineering and Applied Science
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Family Father
N. C. Wyeth
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Family Mother
Caroline Brenneman Brockius
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Sources & Provenance
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