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Birth
He was born in 1856 in Smiljan -
Invention of the Induction Motor
Tesla invented the AC induction motor, a revolutionary breakthrough that became the backbone of modern electricity. -
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The War of the Currents
Tesla's AC system triumphed over Thomas Edison's direct current (DC) in powering the 1893 Chicago World’s Fair, proving AC’s efficiency and potential. -
Niagara Falls Power Plant
Tesla's AC system was used to harness the energy of Niagara Falls, making it the first major hydroelectric power plant in the world. -
Wireless Power Experiments
At his Colorado Springs laboratory, Tesla conducted groundbreaking experiments in wireless energy transmission, paving the way for modern wireless technology. -
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Wardenclyffe Tower Project
Although incomplete, the ambitious Wardenclyffe Tower symbolized Tesla's vision for global wireless communication and power. -
Passed away
Nikola Tesla passed away at the age of 86. He died alone in his room at the New Yorker Hotel in New York City, where he had been living for many years. Tesla’s death marked the end of a remarkable life dedicated to science and innovation.