Born | Circa 1750, France |
Died | 1830 |
Legacy | Catalyzed the growth of the French industrial revolution and economy |
Inventions | Responsive metals technology • Spring technology • Metalworking methods |
Occupations | Inventor • Industrialist |
Years active | Late 18th century - Early 19th century |
Controversies | Secret experiments with dark forces and their unsavory consequences |
Main industries | |
Notable innovations | Improved steam engines • Manufacturing methods • Advanced production equipment • Design changes to industrial buildings |