Edward Philip Harrison facts for kids

Edward Philip Harrison (1877 – 6 May 1948) was a smart British scientist. He was a physicist, which means he studied how the world works, and a meteorologist, someone who studies weather. He was also a military engineer. This means he helped design and build things for the military. He played a big part in creating special underwater weapons called torpedoes and magnetic mines. He also helped start the idea for the Limpet mine, a small mine that sticks to ships.

About His Life

Edward Philip Harrison was born in London in 1877. He studied Physics at University College, London. He also continued his studies in Zurich, a city in Switzerland.

His first important job was in India. He became a Professor of Physics at Presidency College in Calcutta. At the same time, he was also in charge of the Calcutta Observatory, which is a place where scientists watch the sky and weather. In 1913, he was recognized for his scientific work and became a Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh.

During the First World War, which happened from 1914 to 1918, he worked on secret projects. He was very involved in making torpedoes and magnetic mines. These were important weapons used in the sea. Because his work was top secret, we don't know all the details about what he did.

In 1923, he started working as the main scientist at a new place called HMS Vernon. This was a special research station for the Royal Navy that focused on torpedoes. He worked there until 1937. During this time, he was very important in developing the Limpet mine. This is a small mine that can be attached to a ship's hull. His role during the Second World War, which was from 1939 to 1945, is also not fully known. But it seems he continued to work on naval weapons research.

Edward Philip Harrison passed away in Chigwell Row, England, on 6 May 1948.