Sallie Pero Mead

Sallie Pero Mead, a forgotten electrical engineer, played a crucial role in developing radar technology during World War II. By developing and testing hollow metal tubes as waveguides, her team discovered a new way for hyperfrequency waves to propagate, paving the way for radar technology. The podcast uncovers Sally's educational background and discusses the applications of radar technology today. The importance of collaboration and ongoing research into forgotten female scientists is also highlighted.