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# Ernst Stuhlinger

(1913–2008)   Physicist   Germany

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Ernst Stuhlinger was a physicist from Germany, best known for *Ion propulsion for space flight*.

## Quick Facts About Ernst Stuhlinger

Born December 19, 1913

Died May 25, 2008

Nationality Germany

Profession Physicist

Notable works Ion propulsion for space flight

## About Ernst Stuhlinger

Ernst Stuhlinger was a German-American atomic, electrical, and rocket scientist. After being brought to the United States as part of Operation Paperclip, he developed guidance systems with Wernher von Braun's team for the US Army, and later was a scientist with NASA. He was also instrumental in the development of the ion engine for long-endurance space flight, and a wide variety of scientific experiments.

## Awards & Honors

Rontgen-Preis Stuhlinger Medal

##  Quotes by Ernst Stuhlinger

> [The way to belief is short and easy, the way to knowledge is long and hard.](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/ernst-stuhlinger/the-way-to-belief-is-short-and-easy-the-way-to-knowledge-is-long-and/)

Ernst Stuhlinger

[Belief](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/about/belief/)

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> [Significant progress in the solutions of technical problems is frequently made not by a direct approach, but by first setting a goal…](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/ernst-stuhlinger/significant-progress-in-the-solutions-of-technical-problems-is/)

Ernst Stuhlinger

[Approach](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/about/approach/)

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