• Edith Clarke

  • Jun 6 2024
  • Length: 14 mins
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Edith Clarke

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  • In this episode of "Women of War," we delve into the remarkable life and career of Edith Clarke, a pioneering electrical engineer whose innovations played a crucial role in advancing military technology and infrastructure. Born in 1883, Clarke broke barriers as the first woman to earn an electrical engineering degree from MIT and later became a key figure at General Electric. During World War I, she served as a "human computer" for the U.S. Army Signal Corps, performing complex calculations vital for wartime communication systems. Her groundbreaking development of the Clarke Calculator revolutionized power transmission, ensuring reliable electricity for military installations. Join us as we explore how Clarke's intellect, perseverance, and engineering genius helped shape the modern world and contributed significantly to military technology.
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