Description: (Engineer)
Harold Edward "Bud" Froehlich was a renowned American engineer recognized for his significant contributions to the design of the Alvin deep-diving submarine. In addition to his work on the Alvin, Froehlich also created high-altitude balloons for air sampling and medical staples. His aeronautical engineering expertise, which was exemplified by a master's degree from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, played a crucial role in his successful career. Froehlich's involvement with the Alvin submarine, utilized in missions such as locating a lost atomic bomb and exploring the Titanic wreck, demonstrated his innovative and impactful approach to marine exploration.