Vannevar Bush (Noun)
Meaning
United States electrical engineer who designed an early analogue computer and who led the scientific program of the United States during World War II (1890-1974).
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- Vannevar Bush played a crucial role in the development of the United States' scientific program during World War II.
- As a renowned electrical engineer, Vannevar Bush is often credited with designing one of the first analogue computers.
- Under the leadership of Vannevar Bush, the National Defense Research Committee was established in the United States during the early years of World War II.
- Vannevar Bush served as the director of the Office of Scientific Research and Development, overseeing the development of several war technologies.
- Vannevar Bush laid the foundation for the development of modern computers with his Memex project, which combined microfilm storage with a mechanical desktop device.