IEEE’s Global Museum Brings Engineering History to You
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Aside from Marconi, Armstrong is the most significant contributor to the history of radio, and the exhibit is both a biography and a story of the cultural and political implications of his work.
60% confidencePeople are genuinely moved by having history and artifacts explained to them in an accessible, intelligible way, and that emotional connection makes them remember it.
60% confidenceThe Kodak KAF-1300 image sensor is credited with bringing digital cameras out of the laboratory; only around 500 were produced.
60% confidenceThe Armstrong radio prototype is one of the most incredible pieces the museum could put on display.
60% confidenceThere are billions of transistors in modern microchips, combined in ways that perform logical functions.
60% confidenceThe IEEE Vehicular Technology Society's leadership helped Mitchell focus attention on key developments meaningful to its members.
60% confidenceThe IEEE Global Museum aims to present exhibits that resonate with both IEEE members and the public, not just what is historically important.
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