This story explores the legacy of Charles Proteus Steinmetz, the electrical engineering pioneer whose genius helped shape modern industry. While working at GE’s historic Schenectady plant—once home to Steinmetz’s lab—I was drawn into the fascinating blend of history and innovation. One famous anecdote about Steinmetz fixing Henry Ford’s broken generator with a simple chalk mark—followed by a $10,000 invoice—illustrates the true value of expertise. Though parts of the story may be apocryphal, the core truth remains: expert knowledge can solve complex problems with elegance and precision. This reflection celebrates not just the man behind early breakthroughs in electricity, but the broader lesson that real expertise is often invisible—until it’s indispensable.
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