Nikola Tesla: The Forgotten Genius Who Lit the World

Nikola Tesla , a Serbian-American inventor, was one of the greatest minds the world has ever known. Born in 1856, he laid the foundation for modern electricity with his work on alternating current (AC) . Yet, despite his brilliance, he died alone and nearly forgotten. Early Life Tesla was born in Smiljan (modern-day Croatia). From an early age, he displayed an exceptional memory and passion for invention. He studied engineering but never graduated, choosing instead to experiment and innovate. Groundbreaking Inventions Alternating Current (AC) – The standard electrical system used globally. Tesla Coil – A high-frequency transformer used in wireless technologies. Wireless Energy Transmission – A dream that inspired future technologies like WiFi. Struggles and Legacy Tesla's ideas were ahead of his time, often misunderstood or underfunded. He died in 1943, nearly penniless. Today, he's recognized as the father of modern electricity and wireless power. “The ...