Description: (Inventor)
Bill Lear was an American inventor and businessman recognized for establishing Learjet, a prominent business jet manufacturer. He invented the battery eliminator for the B battery, pioneered the car radio, and designed the 8-track cartridge audio tape system. Throughout his 46-year career, Lear secured over 140 patents, transforming the aviation and automotive sectors and solidifying his position as a key figure in technology and innovation.