!!!Slattenschek, Adolf

Slattenschek, Adolf, Graz. Styria, July 18, 1901, 
d. Klosterneuburg, Lower Austria, Sept. 20, 1979, engineer. Studied 
mechanical engineering at Graz University of Technology, then employed 
at the Technological Research Institute at Graz, from 1935 in 
Stuttgart as designer of race cars and aircraft engines. From 1942 
also engaged in scientific work at Graz University of Technology, 
after 1945 set up a large mechanical engineering firm at Liezen, 
Styria. Abandoned all his previous functions when called to Vienna 
University of Technology in 1952 as Professor of Mechanical Technology 
and head of the University's Technological Research Institute. 
Significant achievements in the field of materials testing, esp. of 
steel for power stations and other applications.



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