Nikola Tesla
Nikola Tesla (1856–1943) was a brilliant and eccentric inventor, a true visionary of the electrical age. His groundbreaking research laid the foundation for modern alternating current (AC) electrical systems, revolutionizing power transmission and distribution. Tesla's prolific mind also conceived of radio, the Tesla coil, wireless communication, and fluorescent lighting, many ideas far ahead of his time. Despite his profound impact, his contributions were often overlooked or misattributed. A captivating and enigmatic figure, Tesla's innovative spirit continues to inspire awe and remains central to our technological world.
Nikola Tesla (1856–1943), a visionary of the electronic age, pioneered much of modern electrical and communication systems. His groundbreaking work included the alternating-current system, radio, the Tesla coil, wireless transmission, and fluorescent lighting. Despite his monumental contributions, Tesla's genius was often misunderstood, leading to others being credited for his innovations. This volume, originally a 1919 magazine series, offers Tesla's own account of his life, from his Croatian boyhood and European education to his collaboration with Edison and his subsequent revolutionary research. Written with wit, his memoir provides fascinating insights into the mind of a true scientific pioneer, covering his early life, inventions, and key discoveries like the rotating magnetic field and telautomatics.