Käthe Paulus
Pioneering figure in the field of aviation, renowned for her significant contributions as an inventor, particularly for developing the first collapsible parachute in 1910.
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Mary Golda Ross
First known Native American female engineer and pioneering female engineer at Lockheed.
Frances Bradfield
Aeronautical engineer who contributed significantly to aviation during her career.
Frances Hugle
American scientist, engineer, and inventor who significantly contributed to our understanding of semiconductors, integrated circuitry, and the unique electrical principles of small-scale materials.
Caroline Haslett
Distinguished English electrical engineer and advocate for women’s rights.
Dr Rajeshwari Chatterjee
Rajeshwari Chatterjee was the first female engineer from Karnataka and a prominent figure at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) in Bangalore, where she served as a distinguished professor and later as the chair of the Electrical Communication Engineering department.
Beatrice Shilling
Beatrice Shilling was a multi-talented British woman who excelled in aeronautical engineering, motorcycle racing, and sports car competitions.
Alice Perry
Irish engineer and Christian Scientist
Nora Stanton Barney
American civil engineer, architect, and suffragist
Dr Mária Telkes
Dr. Telkes is best known for her invention of the solar water distiller and the first solar-powered heating system designed for residences. She also invented other devices capable of storing energy captured from sunlight.