Tesla - Premium Edition: 70+ Scientific Works, Lectures & Essays (eBook)

Nikola Tesla (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2023
1008 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654772098-0 (EAN)

Infos

In "Tesla - Premium Edition: 70+ Scientific Works, Lectures & Essays," readers are treated to a comprehensive collection that illuminates Nikola Tesla's groundbreaking contributions to the fields of electrical engineering and physics. This meticulously curated anthology showcases Tesla's visionary ideas, offering insights into his pioneering work on alternating current, wireless transmission, and electromagnetic fields. The literary style of this collection ranges from technical treatises to more accessible lectures, reflecting Tesla's dual role as an innovative scientist and an engaging communicator. Set against the late 19th and early 20th-century backdrop, the works encapsulate the fervent spirit of inquiry and technological advancement of the time. Nikola Tesla, a Serbian-American inventor and futurist, was driven by a relentless pursuit of knowledge and an unwavering belief in the potential of electricity to transform society. His unique upbringing and education in a culturally rich environment shaped his unconventional thinking and profound insights. Tesla's often turbulent relationship with contemporaries like Thomas Edison also played a significant role in his philosophical musings on innovation, competition, and the moral responsibilities of inventors. This collection is an essential read for anyone interested in the genesis of modern technology and the visionary thinkers behind it. Tesla's writings not only reveal his scientific genius but also inspire future generations to push the boundaries of innovation. Whether you are a seasoned engineer, a history enthusiast, or simply curious about science, this compilation is a treasure trove of wisdom and inspiration.

Autor

Nikola Tesla, a towering figure in the annals of science and technology, was born on July 10, 1856, in Smiljan, then part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, present-day Croatia. Tesla's contributions spanned various fields including electricity, magnetism, and wireless communications. His genius paved the way for numerous modern technologies, and he is particularly renowned for his developments in alternating current (AC) electrical systems, which became the standard for power transmission. Though not traditionally an author by profession, Tesla's written works, compiled in the comprehensive 'Tesla - Premium Edition: 70+ Scientific Works, Lectures & Essays,' provide deep insights into his brilliant mind and groundbreaking ideas. These writings include detailed accounts of his experiments, thoughts on potential future technologies, and personal philosophies. His literary style is informative and often reflective, peppered with foresight that has led many to regard him as a visionary. Tesla's contributions were not limited to written texts; he was also an inventor with over 300 patents to his name. Despite his overwhelming influence on modern technology, Tesla suffered financial troubles and recognition for his work was often overshadowed by contemporaries. He died on January 7, 1943, in New York City, but his legacy endures, immortalized by the unit of magnetic flux density named 'Tesla' in his honor and by an ever-growing interest in his life and inventions. Tesla's works, including lectures and essays, illuminate the thought process of one of history's most innovative minds, making them indispensable for scholars and enthusiasts of science and technology.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 13.11.2023
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Natur / Technik ► Naturwissenschaft
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Natur / Technik ► Technik
• Schlagworte: 19th century innovations • classic scientific papers • Electrical Engineering • electrical engineering history • electrical engineering literature • Electromagnetic theory • Elon Musk • Enigmatic personality • Everything Electrical • Futurist visions • genius inventor • Hidden Figures • Hidden Valley Road • Historical innovation • Historical Science • historical science works • innovation in electricity • Innovative inventions • Intellectual Odyssey • inventor biographies • Nikola Tesla writings • patent contributions • public domain science books • scientific essays • scientific philosophy • technical lectures • Technical treatises • tesla inventions • Tesla lectures collection • Tesla's theoretical contributions • The Demon-Haunted World • The Invisible Rainbow • The Radium Girls • Thomas Edison • Thunderstruck • Visionary inventor • What If • wireless communication