Karl Kordesch
Inventor, Chemist, Battery and fuel cell pioneer (1922-2011) · Austria · On the map · Scientists · Died at 88
Karl Kordesch was an Austrian chemist and inventor, most notable for jointly inventing the alkaline battery. In 1953 he moved to the United States as part of Operation Paperclip.
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About this person
Country
Austria
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1922 to 2011 · aged 88
