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Herman Affel

American electrical engineer (1893-1972) · United States · On the map · Scientists · Died at 79

Herman Andrew Affel was an American electrical engineer who invented the modern coaxial cable.

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National Inventors Hall of Fame2006

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Country
United States
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1893 to 1972 · aged 79