FAQ About Galileo Ferraris

Galileo Ferraris and Nikola Tesla both independently discovered the principle of the rotating magnetic field around the same time in the late 19th century. While Ferraris presented his findings in Italy in 1885, Tesla was working in the United States and patented his discovery in 1888. Both contributed significantly to the understanding and development of AC induction motors, which are vital in today's electrical systems. Despite their parallel discoveries, Tesla is often more widely recognized, particularly due to his extensive work in America and his public demonstrations.