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Prosper L'Orange

German engineer and inventor

Died aged 63AquariusGerman Reich

Biography

Prosper L'Orange (born 1 February 1876, Beirut; died 30 July 1939, Stuttgart) was a German engineer and inventor who pioneered the precombustion chamber (or prechamber), which made possible high-speed diesel engines that did not require an air compressor, and enabled them to be built small enough for use in road vehicles.

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Career highlights

Employers / organisations

  • Deutz AG

Family

Parents
Rudolf Heinrich L’Orange

Quick answers about Prosper L'Orange

How old was Prosper L'Orange?
Prosper L'Orange died on July 20, 1939 at the age of 63.
When is Prosper L'Orange's birthday?
Prosper L'Orange was born on February 1, 1876.
Where was Prosper L'Orange born?
Prosper L'Orange was born in Beirut.
What is Prosper L'Orange's zodiac sign?
Prosper L'Orange's zodiac sign is Aquarius.
What is Prosper L'Orange's nationality?
Prosper L'Orange is a citizen of German Reich.
What does Prosper L'Orange do?
Prosper L'Orange is known as engineer, entrepreneur, design engineer, inventor.

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