About Alfred Perot
Lived 1863 – 1925 (aged 62). Alfred Perot was a French physicist, known for Fabry–Pérot interferometer.
Jean-Baptiste Alfred Perot ( , ; 3 November 1863 – 28 November 1925) was a French physicist.
Together with his colleague Charles Fabry he developed the Fabry–Pérot interferometer in 1899.
The French Academy of Sciences awarded him the Janssen Medal for 1912. The Royal Society awarded Fabry and Perot the Rumford medal in 1918.
Spelling There is some confusion about the spelling of Perot's last name. Perot himself used the spelling Pérot in some scientific publications, but according to the French civil registry, his family name was Perot, without accent.
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Who was Alfred Perot?
French physicist (1863-1925)
When was Alfred Perot born?
Alfred Perot was born on 3 November 1863 in Metz.
When did Alfred Perot die?
Alfred Perot died on 28 November 1925 in Paris.
What was Alfred Perot's occupation?
Alfred Perot was a physicist.
What was Alfred Perot known for?
Alfred Perot was known for Fabry–Pérot interferometer.
What nationality was Alfred Perot?
Alfred Perot was French.
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