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| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instanceOf |
engineer
inventor |
| gptkbp:almaMater |
gptkb:Technical_University_of_Stuttgart
|
| gptkbp:associatedWith |
gptkb:Mazda
|
| gptkbp:awards |
Honorary_doctorate_from_the_University_of_Stuttgart
|
| gptkbp:birthDate |
August 13, 1902
|
| gptkbp:contribution |
development of rotary engines
revolutionizing engine design |
| gptkbp:deathDate |
October 9, 1988
|
| gptkbp:field |
mechanical engineering
|
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Felix Wankel
|
| gptkbp:influence |
compact engine design
|
| gptkbp:influenced |
automotive engineering
engine design innovations rotary_engine_technology |
| gptkbp:influencedBy |
gptkb:Nikolaus_Otto
|
| gptkbp:inspiration |
various automotive manufacturers
|
| gptkbp:inventor |
1954
1957 |
| gptkbp:knownFor |
Wankel engine
Wankel rotary engine |
| gptkbp:legacy |
Wankel engine technology
|
| gptkbp:members |
gptkb:German_Academy_of_Sciences_Leopoldina
|
| gptkbp:nationality |
German
|
| gptkbp:notableEvent |
gptkb:NSU_Spider
gptkb:Mazda_RX-7 gptkb:Mazda_RX-8 recognized for engineering excellence inspired future generations of engineers recognized for contributions to engineering education advocated for alternative engine designs contributed to advancements in fuel efficiency contributed to aerospace engineering contributed to automotive performance enhancements contributed to sustainable engineering practices developed Wankel engine for vehicles developed engines for various applications developed lightweight engine solutions influenced design of compact vehicles influenced global automotive trends influenced motorcycle engine design patented rotary engine design promoted innovation in engine technology promoted rotary engine advantages worked on engine efficiency improvements |
| gptkbp:occupation |
mechanical engineer
|
| gptkbp:patentCitation |
Wankel engine design
|
| gptkbp:patentType |
internal combustion engine
|
| gptkbp:placeOfBirth |
gptkb:Lahr,_Germany
|
| gptkbp:placeOfDeath |
Königstein_im_Taunus,_Germany
|
| gptkbp:researchField |
engine design
|