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Theophilus Van Kannel

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American engineer (1841-1919)

United StatesScientistsLived 1841 to 1919 · aged 78
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Theophilus Van Kannel was an American inventor, known for inventing the revolving door, patented on August 7, 1888.

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Theophilus Van Kannel's patent drawing for a revolving door, 1888Theophilus Van Kannel's patent drawing for a revolving door, 1888

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2007National Inventors Hall of Fame

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About this person

Country
United States
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1841 to 1919 · aged 78
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13 languages

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