George Brayton

George Bailey Brayton (1830-1892) was an American mechanical engineer and inventor. He was noted for introducing the constant pressure engine that is the basis for the gas turbine, and which is now referred to as the Brayton cycle.

For the New York politician, see George Brayton (New York politician). For the Rhode Island Supreme Court Justice, see George A. Brayton.
George Bailey Brayton
Born3 October 1830
Rhode Island, United States
Died17 December 1892(1892-12-17) (aged 62)
NationalityAmerican
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