The proof of concept for cloud seeding was discovered in 1946 by Vincent J Schaefer, Bernard Vonnegut, and Irving Langmuir.
Discovery of Cloud Seeding
- Context: Schaefer and Langmuir were researching icing on aircraft at the General Electric Company's research laboratory after World War 2. This research ultimately led to the discovery of cloud seeding.
| Inventor | Contribution |
|---|---|
| Vincent J Schaefer | Played a key role in the initial experiments related to cloud seeding. |
| Bernard Vonnegut | Contributed significantly to the scientific understanding and practical application of cloud seeding. |
| Irving Langmuir | Oversaw and guided the research at General Electric, contributing to the scientific breakthroughs in cloud seeding. |
