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Alexander Baumann (aeronautical Engineer)
Alexander Baumann (15 May 1875 – 23 March 1928) was a German aeronautical engineer and aircraft designer. He is credited with being the first full professor of aeronautical engineering in aviation history as the Chair of Airship Aviation, Flight Technology, and Motor Vehicles at the University of Stuttgart, Royal Institute of Technology, Stuttgart in 1911. Biography Education and training Alexander Baumann was born in Heilbronn, Germany. He studied mechanical engineering at the ''Technische Hochschule (TH) Stuttgart'', graduating in 189as a "state construction supervisor" (''Regierungsbauführer''). His first job was an engineer for a machine company ''Sächsische Maschinenfabrik'') in Chemnitz, followed by a stint with ''Dresdener Maschinenfabrik & Schiffswerft AG'' (formerly Maschinenbauanstalt Übigau) in Dresden . Teaching career In 1902 Baumann moved to Zwickau to teach engineering. He became an instructor at the Physical-Technical Reichs Establishment in Charlottenburg ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
University Of Stuttgart
The University of Stuttgart (german: Universität Stuttgart) is a leading research university located in Stuttgart, Germany. It was founded in 1829 and is organized into 10 faculties. It is one of the oldest technical universities in Germany with highly ranked programs in civil, mechanical, industrial and electrical engineering, among others. It is a member of TU9, an incorporated society of the largest and most notable German institutes of technology. The university is especially known for its reputation in the fields of advanced automotive engineering, efficient industrial and automated manufacturing, process engineering, aerospace engineering and activity-based costing. History From 1770 to 1794, the Karlsschule was the first university in Stuttgart. Located in Stuttgart-Hohenheim, it has since 1818 been the University of Hohenheim and is not related to the University of Stuttgart, except for some joint activities. What is now the University of Stuttgart was founded in 1 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
