Honoring a Legacy of Innovation!
Did you know that UTRF’s very first issued patent, for the Liquid Level Indicator, dates back to 1938? This groundbreaking invention, tis a device used for measuring the relative humidity of a gas, paved the way for countless advancements in atmospheric science and beyond.
This groundbreaking invention, a device for measuring the relative humidity of a gas, paved the way for countless advancements in atmospheric science and beyond. ️
Behind this revolutionary device stood Kenneth Hertel, a visionary physicist whose contributions continue to inspire generations of innovators. Joining the university faculty in 1926, Hertel’s leadership as head of the Physics department from 1935-1956 and as a founder of the UT Research Corporation (serving as President from 1954-1969) shaped the landscape of scientific exploration.
Today, as we reflect on this milestone, we celebrate not only the ingenuity of Hertel’s invention but also his enduring legacy of excellence and dedication to pushing the boundaries of knowledge. Here’s to the innovators who dared to dream and the inventions that changed the world! ✨