George Feldstein (born 1941 in Manhattan, New York, died November 5, 2014[1]) was an engineer known for his contributions to audio-visual technologies. Feldstein was responsible for the creation of several audio and video control devices, such as a remote for 35mm projects, the first HD digital touch panel, and the RF wireless control system. Feldstein holds 14 patents.[2] Feldstein was the founder and CEO of Crestron Electronics, an audiovisual technologies company.[3] Feldstein holds awards from InfoComm International and the New Jersey Inventors Hall of Fame for his contributions to the AV industry.[4][5]

George Feldstein
Born1941
DiedNovember 5, 2014(2014-11-05) (aged 72–73)
EducationNew York University (BS, MS)
Occupations
  • Businessman
  • executive
  • electrical engineer
  • inventor

Education

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Feldstein received his B.S. in electronic engineering from New York University.[6]

References

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  1. ^ "In Memoriam: George Feldstein of Crestron". 5 November 2014.
  2. ^ "George Feldstein Inventions, Patents and Patent Applications - Justia Patents Search". patents.justia.com. Retrieved 2020-01-15.
  3. ^ Ewalt, David M. "Crestron Electronics: A Made-In-America Success Story". Forbes. Retrieved 2020-01-15.
  4. ^ "Crestron Founder George Feldstein Honored with Distinguished Infocomm Pioneers of AV Award". news.thomasnet.com. Retrieved 2020-01-15.
  5. ^ "2015 Awardees". NJ Inventors Hall of Fame 2018. Retrieved 2020-01-15.
  6. ^ Lloyd, Peter (2013-06-20). "The AV interview: George Feldstein, Crestron president and CEO". AV Magazine. Retrieved 2020-01-15.