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Simon Ramo

(1913–2016) Physicist United States

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Simon Ramo was a physicist from the United States, best known for Fields and waves in communication electronics.

Quick Facts About Simon Ramo

Born
May 7, 1913
Died
June 27, 2016
Nationality
United States
Profession
Physicist
Notable works
Fields and waves in communication electronics

About Simon Ramo

Simon Ramo was an American engineer, businessman, and author. He led development of microwave and missile technology and is sometimes known as the father of the intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM). He also developed General Electric's electron microscope and played prominent roles in the formation of two Fortune 500 companies, Ramo-Wooldridge (TRW) and Bunker Ramo Corporation.

Biography source: Wikipedia

Awards & Honors

Presidential Medal of Freedom National Medal of Science IEEE Founders Medal John Fritz Medal Golden Plate Award Fellow of the American Physical Society

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