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Edwin Albert Link

American inventor and underwater diver (1904-1981) · United States · On the map · Scientists · Died at 77

Edwin Albert Link was an American inventor, entrepreneur and pioneer in aviation, underwater archaeology, and submersibles. He invented the flight simulator, which was called the "Blue Box" or "Link Trainer". It was commercialized in 1929, starting a now multibillion-dollar industry.

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2003National Inventors Hall of FameAward1981Died7 September 19811976National Aviation Hall of FameAward1945Howard N. Potts MedalAward1904Born26 July 1904

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Awards

National Inventors Hall of Fame2003
National Aviation Hall of Fame1976
Howard N. Potts Medal1945

About this person

In total, he obtained more than 27 patents for aeronautics, navigation and oceanographic equipment.

Country
United States
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1904 to 1981 · aged 77