Nikola Tesla developed alternating current and over 300 patents
Nikola Tesla
Nikola Tesla developed alternating current and over 300 patents
Tesla's AC induction motor and related patents were instrumental in establishing the polyphase AC system, which was widely marketed by Westinghouse Electric, leading to significant financial success for Tesla during his lifetime.
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Understanding Tesla's life highlights the contrast between his immense contributions to technology and the unfortunate circumstances of his financial struggles at the end of his life.
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