Peter Cooper Hewitt

Description: (Electrical Engineer)
Peter Cooper Hewitt made remarkable contributions as an American electrical engineer and inventor. In 1901, he created the first mercury-vapor lamp, for which he received a U.S. patent. Hewitt further improved his invention in 1903, enhancing its color qualities. This upgraded mercury-vapor lamp became widely used in industries, solidifying Hewitt's status as a prominent figure in lighting technology in the early 20th century.

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Birthday May 5, 1861 (Taurus)
Born In New York, New York, United States
Died on August 25, 1921
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