Description: (French Electrical Engineer Famous for His Invention of the 'Leclanché Cell')
Georges Leclanché was a pioneering inventor in the field of electrical batteries, best known for inventing the Leclanché cell in 1866. This invention was a significant advancement in battery technology, laying the foundation for the modern dry cell battery and the widely used zinc-carbon battery. In 1876, Leclanché further innovated by jellifying the electrolyte of his cell to improve portability. His legacy lives on through the Leclanché company, which remains at the forefront of innovation in the battery industry.