Albert Kingsbury
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Albert Kingsbury (23 December 1863 – 28 July 1943) was an American engineer, inventor and entrepreneur. He was responsible for over fifty patents obtained between the years 1902 to 1930.[1] Kingsbury is most famous for his hydrodynamic thrust bearing which uses a thin film of oil to support weights of up to 220 tons. This bearing extended the service life of many types of machinery during the early 20th century. It was primarily outfitted on Navy ships during World War I and World War II.[2]
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Albert Kingsbury | |
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Born | (1863-12-23)December 23, 1863 |
Died | July 28, 1943(1943-07-28) (aged 79) |
Nationality | American |
Occupation(s) | Engineer and inventor |
Awards | Elliott Cresson Medal (1923) |
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