William W. Armstrong (engineer)

William W. Armstrong was an engineer and inventor known for developing an effective process to produce pure magnesium metal in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His work made magnesium more commercially accessible, enabling its use in lightweight alloys for aerospace, automotive, and military applications. Armstrong’s innovations contributed to safer, more efficient manufacturing methods, advancing the materials industry. His contributions are recognized as significant in the development of modern metallurgical processes, helping to expand magnesium's practical uses in various high-performance applications.