Klein S. Gilhousen
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| Born | April 13, 1942 West Lafayette, Ohio |
| Died | April 14, 2016 |
| Alma mater | University of California, Los Angeles |
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Klein S. Gilhousen (April 13, 1942 - April 14, 2016) was an philanthropist and a Co-founder of Qualcomm[1][2]. He is known for his development of CDMA communications technology for cell phones. Klein's contributions to modern digital wireless communication have left an impact on the telecommunications industry.[3]
Early life and Education
Klein S. Gilhousen was born on April 13, 1942, in West Lafayette, Ohio. Raised in a military family, Klein's early years were marked by frequent moves as they lived on bases throughout the Midwest and in Newfoundland, Canada. He attended Alamo Heights High School in San Antonio, Texas, and graduated in 1960.
Klein enrolled in the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs. He later pursued higher education at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), where he obtained a B.S. in Engineering in 1969.[3]
Career
Klein Gilhousen's professional journey began during his high school years, where he worked part-time jobs, including delivering newspapers and pharmacy deliveries. After completing his engineering degree, he started his career at Electronic Specialty Company in Glendale, CA, where he worked from 1963 to 1968. Subsequently, he joined Magnavox in Los Angeles, where he worked from 1969 to 1970.
In 1970, Klein became a key member of the startup team at Linkabit, a San Diego-based company focused on the development of communication technologies.
In 1985, Klein co-founded Qualcomm, Inc., a company that would go on to influece the wireless telecommunications landscape. His invention of Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA) technology for cell phones played a pivotal role in the widespread adoption of mobile communication.[3]
Awards and Honors
In 2001, Montana State University (MSU) presented Klein Gilhousen with an Honorary Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, acknowledging his impact on the field. With a total of 55 U.S. patents and 350 foreign patents to his name, Klein's work has left a lasting impact in the world of telecommunications.[3]
Klein was awarded the Chairman's Award by the United States Telecommunications Training Institute (USTTI).[4]
Philanthropic and Personal Interests
Klein served as chairman for the International Aerobatic Club and competed in both airplane and glider events.[1]
He was proficient in playing the trumpet, flugelhorn, bass, and acoustic guitar. Klein also founded and directed the Gilhousen Family Foundation, The Museum of the Rockies in Bozeman, serving on the Board of Directors.[3]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Hagerty, James R. (2016-04-29). "Klein Gilhousen, a Qualcomm Founder, Developed Mobile Technology and Fostered Philanthropy: 1942-2016". Wall Street Journal. ISSN 0099-9660. Retrieved 2023-07-21.
- ↑ "5 Facts You Should Know About Qualcomm". Yahoo Finance. 2015-12-29. Retrieved 2023-07-23.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 "Obituary information for Klein Shaw Gilhousen". www.dahlcares.com. Retrieved 2023-07-21.
- ↑ "Qualcomm Co-Founder and Senior Vice President Receives Prestigious Chairman's Award from the United States Telecommunications Training Institute | Qualcomm". www.qualcomm.com. Retrieved 2023-07-23.
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