Big Gambles, Big Risks, Big Failures, Big Successes - Arthur A Collins' Culture of Innovation

Arthur Collins, a young radio prodigy, made history in 1925 by providing reliable radio communication for the MacMillan Arctic expedition using radios of his own design, earning national recognition.
At Collins Radio Company, Collins and his team of talented engineers designed and built what became the epitome of achievement in electronics across fields such as avionics, amateur radio, broadcast, micro-electronics, military and space communication, systems engineering, and computer-controlled factory processes, data networks, and message switching.
The company's culture of innovation was driven by a demanding work environment that attracted aspiring engineers seeking to make cutting-edge advancements, rather than just high salaries.
What many in the tech community don't know is that much of today's digital telecom technology, like MODEMs and computer networks, was first developed by Collins Radio in the 1950s and 60s, not the 80s or 90s.
Interestingly, despite his expertise in communication, Arthur Collins was a shy person who shied away from personal publicity, leaving few sound or visual recordings of him. However, we have collected interviews from those who knew and worked with him, which reveal his visionary insight into future technology, his vast knowledge, and his exceptional ability to learn quickly.
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[@WECB640]

This is a wonderful presentation. We need more people like this, now more than ever. Thank you AWM for sharing.

[@didlerbofidler8212]

My neighbor worked for the collins company throughout many different megers and speaks very highly of his career and the company. Mr.Hando (my neighbor) at one point was the general manager of global customer service. Genuinely one of the nicest and down to earth individuals ive ever met.

[@mackfisher4487]

Outstanding presentation, this documentary lends credence to why Collins has such a great reputation.

[@SB-it3hr]

Excellent! Thank you AWM

[@robstewart5995]

Beautifully done, fascinating, I will explore the life of Mr. Collins more.

[@NicolasPrince-lv5nv]

I like integrated radios

[@tamiiymchristine]

That is a powerful quote ❤

[@tamiiymchristine]

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[@dougthornton6884]

1 Problem : electro-mechanical systems are not as susceptible to EMP...

[@mikemiller6684]

Love it Collins is my go to N4VG