Age, Biography and Wiki
Birth Day | July 11, 1927 |
Birth Place | Los Angeles, CA |
Age | 93 YEARS OLD |
Died On | May 5, 2007 (age 79) |
Birth Sign | Cancer |
Net worth: $50 million (2024)
Theodore Maiman's net worth is estimated to reach $50 million by 2024. Known as a celebrated inventor, Maiman was born on July 11, 1927, in Los Angeles, California. He gained recognition for his groundbreaking invention of the laser, which he developed in 1960. Maiman's invention revolutionized various industries, including medicine, telecommunications, and manufacturing. His significant contributions not only cemented his place in history but also led to substantial financial success. Through his ingenuity and dedication, Maiman's net worth reflects the global impact of his remarkable invention.
About
Inventor of the first functional laser which launched an entire new industry and earned the Nobel Prize nomination twice. He wrote about his experiences developing the world's first laser in his book, The Laser Odyssey.
Before Fame
He did his graduate work in electrical Engineer at Stanford University, working with microwaves and helium atoms.
Trivia
Inspired by a paper on the construction of a theoretical laser, he developed one for the Hughes Aircraft Company in 1960.
Family Life
He grew up in Los Angeles, California.
Associated With
Gordon Gould was another key figure in the invention of the laser, although he wasn't recognized for his contributions at first.