Edison, Thomas

Thomas Edison was an American inventor and businessman known for developing many important technologies. He created the phonograph, which played recorded sound, and made significant improvements to the electric light bulb, making it practical for widespread use. Edison's work established new industries and helped bring electric power into homes and businesses. His inventive approach involved extensive experimentation, leading to over a thousand patents. Edison's innovations transformed daily life, enabling communication, entertainment, and illumination, and he is considered one of history’s most influential inventors.