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Eric R. Laithwaite(1921-1997)

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Eric R. Laithwaite was born on 14 June 1921 in Atherton, Greater Manchester, England, UK. He died on 27 November 1997 in Falmer, East Sussex, England, UK.
BornJune 14, 1921
DiedNovember 27, 1997(76)
BornJune 14, 1921
DiedNovember 27, 1997(76)
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It's Patently Obvious
TV Series
  • Self - Resident Panellist
  • Self - Guest Panellist(as Prof. Eric Laithwaite)
Young Scientists of the Year
TV Series
  • Self - Judge(as Prof. Eric Laithwaite)
An Evening with...
TV Series
  • Self(as Eric Laithwaite)
Horizon (1964)
Horizon
8.5
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  • Self - Presenter

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  • Alternative names
    • Eric Laithwaite
  • Born
    • June 14, 1921
    • Atherton, Greater Manchester, England, UK
  • Died
    • November 27, 1997
    • Falmer, East Sussex, England, UK

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  • Trivia
    Electrical engineer who developed the linear induction motor.
  • Nickname
    • The Father of Maglev

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