Description: (Engineer)
Alfred Brandt was a pioneering engineer known for his innovative work in the field of rock drilling technology. His Brandtsche Gesteinsbohrmaschine revolutionized tunnel construction and mining operations by utilizing water pressure for drilling instead of traditional pneumatic methods. Brandt's machines were instrumental in various tunnel projects across Europe, including the Schlesische Gebirgsbahn and Gotthardbahn tunnels. He also collaborated on major tunnel construction projects such as the Simplon and Gotthard tunnels. Brandt's legacy lives on through his contributions to engineering and his innovative drilling techniques that continue to be studied and showcased in museums.