Alex Dow | |
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 Alex Dow in 1939 | |
| Born | April 12, 1862 Glasgow, Scotland |
| Died | March 22, 1942 (aged 79) |
| Nationality | Scottish |
| Citizenship | American |
| Known for | Inspiring Henry Ford |
| Awards | IEEE Edison Medal (1936) |
| Scientific career | |
| Institutions | Detroit Edison |
Alex Dow (April 12, 1862 – March 22, 1942) was an American mechanical and electrical engineer for the city of Detroit. He served as president of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers in the year 1928-1929.