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Philip Diehl

German-American engineer and inventor · Scientists · Lived 1847 to 1913 · aged 66

Philip H. Diehl was a German-American mechanical engineer and inventor who held several U.S. patents, including electric incandescent lamps, electric motors for sewing machines and other uses, and ceiling fans.

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Diehl was a contemporary of Thomas Edison and his inventions caused Edison to reduce the price of his incandescent bulb.

Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1847 to 1913 · aged 66