American mechanical engineer
Lester Allan Pelton (1829-1908) was an American engineer who was born in Ohio and later settled in Oakland, California, where he died. Holding American citizenship, Pelton primarily worked as an engineer during his lifetime. He was born on September 5, 1829, and passed away on March 14, 1908. Recognizing his contributions, the National Inventors Hall of Fame inducted Pelton as a member in 2006.
American mechanical engineer