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Today in History: Alexander Popov unveils groundbreaking lightning detector

5/7/2025

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On May 7, 1895, Russian physicist Alexander Stepanovich Popov presented his lightning detector, marking a significant milestone in radio technology. This device, recognized as one of the first radio receivers, demonstrated the ability to detect lightning from thunderstorms, laying the groundwork for future advancements in radio communications.

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On May 7, 1895, Russian physicist Alexander Stepanovich Popov presented his lightning detector, marking a significant milestone in radio technology. This device, recognized as one of the first radio receivers, demonstrated the ability to detect lightning from thunderstorms, laying the groundwork for future advancements in radio communications.