Alfred J. Gross

American inventor (1918–2000)

  • Fame43.8
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  • Wikipedia797
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Lived 1918–2000, aged 82Canada
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    8 languages
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  • Era
    1918–2000
    Aged 82
  • Awards
    3
    recognised works
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Updated 2026-06-25

Irving "Al" Gross was a pioneer in mobile wireless communication. He created and patented many communications devices, specifically in relation to an early version of the walkie-talkie, Citizens' Band radio, the telephone pager and the cordless telephone.

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