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Robert Schiffmann

Robert Schiffmann

American inventor and writer

Robert Franz Schiffmann (February 11, 1935 – September 4, 2021) was an American inventor and writer.[1][2][3]

Biography

Schiffmann was born on February 11, 1935 in Manhattan, New York City, to Franz Schiffmann, a tool and die maker, and Sophie (Bolling) Schiffmann, a homemaker.[4] He grew up in a brownstone on West 88th Street, which he later transformed into his primary research lab.[4]

Schiffmann obtained a bachelor's degree in pharmacy from Columbia University in 1955 and a master's degree in analytical science and physical chemistry from Purdue University in 1959.[4]

Career

Schiffmann began his career at DCA Food Industries in 1961, where he experimented with microwaves and invented large microwave doughnut fryers.[4] He later worked at Bedrosian & Associates, focusing on consumer food product development.[4]

In 1978, Schiffmann founded R.F. Schiffmann & Associates, contributing to advancements in microwave ovens, food preparation, and safety standards.[4] He also served as president of the International Microwave Power Institute.[4]

During his career, Schiffmann developed numerous applications, including the Micro Cuisine, a specialized dish for improved microwave cooking, and contributed to the Half Time Oven, which combined microwave and conventional heating elements to reduce cooking times.[4] His work also encompassed medical and dental tool sterilization and plasma warming techniques.[4]

Schiffmann was also on Quora as a writer.[4]

Awards and recognition

  • Fellow of the International Microwave Power Institute[5]
  • Metaxas Microwave Pioneer Award[5]

References

  1. [1]
    Levinson, Arlene (September 19, 1991). "The Master of the Microwave". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved March 26, 2024.
  2. [2]
    "Microwave Industry Legend Bob Schiffmann Has Passed Away". The Spoon. September 6, 2021. Retrieved March 26, 2024.
  3. [3]
    Times, RICHARD SANDOMIR The New York (October 8, 2021). "Robert Schiffmann, inventive guru of microwave, dies". Antelope Valley Press. Retrieved March 26, 2024.
  4. [4]
    Sandomir, Richard (October 6, 2021). "Robert Schiffmann, Inventive Guru of the Microwave, Dies at 86". The New York Times. Retrieved March 31, 2024.
  5. [5]
    "IMPI Mourns the Loss of President Bob Schiffmann" (PDF). impi.org. Retrieved March 31, 2024.
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