Jack Kilby
An American electrical engineer who, along with Robert Noyce, invented the integrated circuit while working at Texas Instruments.
Most quoted
"I don't recall ever hearing Jack Kilby speak in a way that would be described as 'philosophically deep' or 'existentially profound.' His focus was always on the practical application of technology."
— from Historical accounts and interviews with colleagues
"The integrated circuit was not an invention in the sense of a single 'aha!' moment, but rather the culmination of a lot of hard work and many small steps."
— from Nobel Lecture, 2000
"We were trying to solve the 'tyranny of numbers' problem—the fact that as circuits became more complex, the number of connections became unmanageable."
— from Technical Explanation
All quotes by Jack Kilby (402)
My thoughts are often consumed by the next problem to solve.
The integrated circuit will empower countless new technologies.
I hope you are all well and happy.
We are laying the groundwork for a digital age.
Curiosity is the engine of progress.
The beauty of engineering lies in its elegance and efficiency.
I often reflect on the journey that brought me here.
The integrated circuit is a testament to human ingenuity.
There's always more to learn, always more to discover.
My work is my passion, and I wouldn't have it any other way.
Sending my love to everyone back home.
The future is bright, thanks to the tireless efforts of many.
Think big, but start small.
The impact of this technology will be felt for generations.
I'm looking forward to the day I can share all of this with you.
We are at the dawn of a new era in electronics.
Embrace the unknown; that's where true innovation lies.
The integrated circuit is a testament to the power of a single idea.
My thoughts are with you, even when my hands are busy.
The potential applications are truly mind-boggling.
Contemporaries of Jack Kilby
Other Inventions born within 50 years of Jack Kilby (1923–2005).