Description: (American Inventor and Entrepreneur Who Invented 'Gyrocompass')
Elmer Ambrose Sperry Sr. was an American inventor and entrepreneur recognized for his significant contributions to navigation technology. He invented the gyrocompass, which was embraced by the United States Navy during both world wars. Through founding the Sperry Gyroscope Company, he greatly advanced navigation technology. His compasses and stabilizers were extensively used, and his collaborations with Japanese companies and government entities earned him posthumous recognition for his work.