Thomas Alva Edison
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Zhang Xi (27)
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Thomas Alva Edison, the “Greatest inventor who ever lived”, has 1093 patented inventions. His greatest achievement was inventing not just an incandescent electric light but also three-wire electricity generation and distribution system that made it possible to provide the general public with— community wide — safe, stable, and efficient electricity.
Impact
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In an electrified modern world the light bulb, in particular, profoundly changed human existence by illuminating the night and making it hospitable to a wide range of human activity.
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Edison’s power distribution system marked the start of the modern electric utility industry and the beginning of electric age.
Purpose of my project
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Correct common misconceptions
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Educate Singapore students, who lack originality in scientific research, on the importance of perseverance and innovation.
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Stimulate creativity among youths, with the inspiration of Edison, to contribute to the society
Relevance to Singapore Society
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Significant impactпє Singapore has been promoting its vibrant night life as one of its major tourist attraction. Events such as Chinese New Year Light Up will not be possible without Edison’s inventions
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As Singapore is moving into a knowledge-based economy it is important that our future workers can be inspired by Edison and his innovative mind.
Activity planned
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Essay competition
National-wide essay competition among primary, secondary and JC students.
Possible topicпє вЂњA world lightened by up gasoline lamps”, “without electricity”
Benefits:
Individual research ensures better understanding and appreciation
Creative-minded students may be inspired to come up with their own inventions
Feasibility:
Likely to win MOE’s support and recognition
Small budget
Tie up with English language programs in schools
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Youth Invention Festival
Collaborate with Tan Kah Kee Young Inventors Award (TKKYIA) to organize an Edison and Tan Kah Kee Youth Invention Festival
An Edison award is set for perseverance.
Benefits
Encourage youths to use their knowledge and skills imaginatively and with daring innovation
Promote perseverance.
Feasibility
Problems:
insufficient fund
Solutions:
Colloboration with TKKYAпє help TKKYA expand their local influence
Seek sponsorship from companies related to Thomas Edison, e.g. the General Electric company, for which Edison is one of the founder, has been willing to donate funds to commemorate Edison.
Promote innovation and creativity in Singapore’s knowledge-based