Description: (German Mathematician and Engineer Whose Research on AC Systems Revolutionized the US Electric Industry)
Charles Proteus Steinmetz was an American mathematician and electrical engineer. He is renowned for his groundbreaking contributions to the development of alternating current and his vital role in expanding the electric power industry in the United States. Steinmetz formulated mathematical theories that were instrumental for engineers, particularly in advancing the understanding of hysteresis and designing electromagnetic equipment, such as electric motors. His legacy endures through scientific concepts and awards named in recognition of his exceptional achievements in the field of electrical engineering.