Perrin, John G., 1880-1966.

Dates:
Birth 1880
Death 1966

Biographical notes:

Automotive engineer; chief engineer and manufacturing head of Lozier Motor Co., eventually in charge of the Detroit, Mich. plant; chief engineer of the Timken-Detroit Axle Co.; worked with aircraft engines in U.S. Army Signal Corps, including the Liberty 12; worked for Willys-Overland, in Toronto, Stevens-Duryea and Pratt & Whitney Aircraft. Charter member of the Society of Automotive Engineers; held seven patents; after retirement taught engineering at Trinity College in Hartford, Conn.

From the description of Papers of John G. Perrin, 1884-1967 (bulk 1910-1930). (Detroit Public Library). WorldCat record id: 52220024

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Subjects:

  • Aircraft industry
  • Airplanes
  • Attack planes
  • Automobile industry and trade
  • Automobiles
  • Standards

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  • United States (as recorded)