Inventor Name
Basset, Preston R.
Repository
Columbia University
Oral History Research Office
801 Butler Library, Box 20
535 W. 114th St., MC 1129
New York, NY 10027
212-854-7083
http://www.columbia.edu/cu/lweb/indiv/oral/
Physical Description
2 microfilm reels
Summary
This oral history interview contains information about Basset’s laboratory work for Sperrry Gyroscope Company, 1915-1917; improved lighting for early motion picture industry, development of airplane beacons, experiments in all-weather flying; airplane design and construction; and impressions of many famous pilots.
