George E. Smith

George E. Smith was an American physicist best known for inventing the charge-coupled device (CCD) in 1969, a technology that captures and converts light into electronic signals. This invention revolutionized digital imaging, enabling high-quality photography, video, and medical imaging. Smith's work earned him the Nobel Prize in Physics in 2009, shared with Willard Boyle. His contributions have had a profound impact on technology and everyday life, making imaging more precise and accessible across various fields.