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Fernley H. Banbury

1881 – 1963

English scientist and engineer

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About Fernley H. Banbury

Lived 1881 – 1963 (aged 81). Fernley H. Banbury was an engineer, known for Banbury mixer.

Fernley Hope Banbury (22 December 1881 – 26 May 1963) was an English scientist and engineer.

Biography He was born in England on 22 December 1881 in Cornwall, England. In 1904, he migrated to the United States, and earned a B.S. in electrical engineering from Purdue University in 1906, with a thesis titled "Test of New Lighting Plant". His yearbook records this about him: "if genuine English perseverance coupled with absolute honesty can achieve success, Fernly has a bright future." He received the Charles Goodyear Medal in 1959, one of only two electrical engineers ever to do so (the other being Adolf Schallamach). He was an executive at the Farrel Corporation of Ansonia, Connecticut. He died on 26 May 1963 in Torquay, England.

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Important facts

Born
22 December 1881, Cornwall, United Kingdom
Birth century
19th century
Died
26 May 1963, Torquay
Occupation
Engineer
Known for
Banbury mixer
Education
Purdue University
Awards
Charles Goodyear Medal
Also known as
Fernley Hope Banbury

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Fernley H. Banbury?

English scientist and engineer

When was Fernley H. Banbury born?

Fernley H. Banbury was born on 22 December 1881 in Cornwall, United Kingdom.

When did Fernley H. Banbury die?

Fernley H. Banbury died on 26 May 1963 in Torquay.

What was Fernley H. Banbury's occupation?

Fernley H. Banbury was an engineer.

What was Fernley H. Banbury known for?

Fernley H. Banbury was known for Banbury mixer.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Fernley H. Banbury

· Wikidata: Q15994279

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