Arthur Korn

Arthur Korn (May 20, 1870, Breslau, Germany – December 21/December 22, 1945, Jersey City, New Jersey) was a German-born physicist, mathematician and inventor. He was involved in the development of the fax machine, specifically the transmission of photographs or telephotography, known as the Bildetelegraph, related to early attempts at developing a practical mechanical television system.

Personal facts

Birth dateMay 20, 1870
Birth place
Germany , Wrocław
Nationality
Germany
Date of deathDecember 22, 1945
Place of death
Jersey City New Jersey

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External resources

  1. http://www.hffax.de/html/hauptteil_faxhistory.htm
  2. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Telegraphy#Facsimile