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Alec Reeves

British engineer (1902-1971) · United Kingdom · On the map · Scientists · Died at 69

Alec Harley Reeves was an English scientist best known for his invention of pulse-code modulation (PCM). He was awarded 82 patents.

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Awards

Stuart Ballantine Medal1965
Commander of the Order of the British Empire

About this person

Country
United Kingdom
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1902 to 1971 · aged 69