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Forrest Bird
American engineer (1921–2015).
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The story behind the role.
American engineer (1921–2015).
Forrest Morton Bird (June 9, 1921 – August 2, 2015) was an American aviator, inventor, and biomedical engineer. He is best known for having created some of the first reliable mass-produced mechanical ventilators for acute and chronic cardiopulmonary care.
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Achievements and distinctions
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American engineer (1921–2015).
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National Medal of Technology and Innovation
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Presidential Citizens Medal
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National Inventors Hall of Fame
Career and education
Education
Northrop University
Fields of work
medicine · pulmonology · intensive care medicine · aviation
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