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“From that night on, the electron-up to that time largely the plaything of the scientist-had clearly entered the field as a potent agent in the supplying of man's commercial and industrial needs... The electronic amplifier tube now underlies the whole art of communications, and this in turn is at…” quote by Robert Andrews Millikan
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“From that night on, the electron-up to that time largely the plaything of the scientist-had clearly entered the field as a potent agent in the supplying of man's commercial and industrial needs... The electronic amplifier tube now underlies the whole art of communications, and this in turn is at least in part what has made possible its application to a dozen other arts. It was a great day for both science and industry when they became wedded through the development of the electronic amplifier tube.”

Robert Andrews Millikan

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The invention of the electronic amplifier tube merged science and industry, enabling communications and many other applications.

In simple terms: Amplifier tube united science and industry, expanding technology.

Key Takeaway

Leverage interdisciplinary collaboration for innovation.

Themes

technology industry collaboration

Mood

optimistic forward‑looking

Type

visionary inspirational

When to use this quote

  • Radio broadcasting
  • television development
  • medical imaging

Key Concepts

electronics communication industrial growth

Questions to Reflect On

  • What modern technologies could similarly unite fields?
  • How can we ensure diverse innovation pathways?
A Different Perspective

Reliance on a single technology can create vulnerabilities.

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