General electric company history

General Electric (GE) is a leading digital industrial company in the world, creating software-driven machines, integrating the wisdom of interconnection, response and prediction, and devoting itself to transforming traditional industries. GE has a history of 138, and is the only company that has existed since the establishment of Dow Jones Industrial Index 1896. At present, GE has 8 business groups and 65,438+00 global R&D centers, covering more than 65,438+080 countries and regions around the world. In 2065,438+05, the global total revenue reached US$ 654,338+065,438+074 billion, with more than 333,000 employees.

GE's business mainly includes two categories. One is global infrastructure construction, including aviation, medical care, power generation, renewable energy, energy management, oil and gas, transportation and lighting. The second is the digital and financial vertical business across various departments. In all regional markets, GE is committed to coordinating and integrating the technical strength, market advantages, global scale, expertise and leadership of various business departments to provide customers with extraordinary products and services.

1878- 1904

From laboratory to industrial civilization

From laboratory to industrial civilization, from the invention of the first incandescent light bulb to the construction of the first central power station in the United States, scientific discoveries benefit mankind.

1892

1900

1878

1878, Edison electric lamp company, the predecessor of GE company, was established.

1879

Edison invented the first commercial incandescent lamp at Menlo Park Laboratory in New Jersey. This carbon filament bulb successfully completed the 40-hour endurance test. This invention has a far-reaching influence on people's daily life.

1882

Edison commercialized electric power, established Edison Lighting Company, and built the first central power station in new york, thus starting his electric power industry. On September 4th, 1882, Pearl Street Power Station in Lower Manhattan began to supply power. The power station has a generator that can supply power for 800 light bulbs. By February of the following year (12), Pearl Street Power Station had 508 users, supplying power to 12723 light bulbs, thus opening the electrical era.

1892

GE company was officially born.

1895

GE has expanded the use of electricity and built the world's largest electric locomotive (weighing 90 tons) and transformer (with power of 800 kilowatts).

1896

1896

A year after Roentgen introduced his new discovery-X-ray, Eric Hu of General Electric Company? Thomson designed the X-ray imager. The instrument can generate X-rays, display three-dimensional "Roentgen" pictures, diagnose fractures and find foreign bodies in the body. Since the practical application of this major scientific discovery, GE has maintained a leading position in the field of medical imaging for a long time.

1905- 19 12

GE has been in China for more than a century.

1906, GE officially started its trade with China. 1908, GE established its first light bulb factory in Shenyang. During this period, GE's first audio broadcast made history and changed the speed of information enjoyment forever. At the same time, GE's innovative spirit has brought convenience to modern life with one invention after another, including the first electric oven and the first thermal induction furnace. In addition, the achievements in the field of vacuum tubes make it possible to develop electronic components, while the breakthrough in resin research makes plastics enter a new era of diversification.

1905

As the first product among many devices aimed at simplifying kitchen life, GE's first electric oven D- 12 was launched in 1905.

1905

GE set foot in the commercial finance field, set up bond and stock companies, and provided financial support for small enterprises.

1906

It took GE scientists two years to design a high-frequency alternator, which made the world's first audio broadcast possible.

1908

GE provided 34 94-ton heavy-duty electric locomotives for new york Central Railway Bureau. At that time, two such locomotives could pull any weight of goods.

1909

GE improved the tungsten wire technology and greatly improved the utility of the light bulb, which is still in use today.

19 10

GE invented the first thermal induction electric stove, Hotpoint, which brought kitchen life into a new era.

19 12

How can we live today without electronic components? GE's achievements in vacuum tube field make it possible to develop electronic components.

1935- 1945

Create countless world-first decades.

In this decade, GE invented the first fluorescent lamp, "invisible glass" and radar with a measuring range of 20 miles. Won several firsts in the aviation field: turboprop engine, autopilot and the first jet engine in the United States.

1935

1942

1935

GE lighting technology provided lighting for the first American baseball league night game. People can finally watch a sports game after work.

1937

GE technology not only helps the plane fly higher, but also helps the plane fly faster. GE technology set a record of 7 hours, 28 minutes and 25 seconds for intercontinental flight at that time.

1938

Ge invented the fluorescent lamp. This is the first practical low-voltage discharge bulb that can emit white light, so ge continues to maintain a leading position in lighting technology and design.

1939

Blodgett, the inventor of the famous "invisible glass", was the first female scientist to join the General Electric Laboratory. Her non-reflective and "invisible" glass has become the prototype of almost all optical instruments and camera lenses.

1940

General Electric began to engage in resin silicon business. Resin silicon is widely used in dry cleaning, industrial sealing, electronic components and so on, and can also be used to build aquariums.

1940

GE's WRGB TV station became the first TV station in new york. This marks the formation of TV network.

1942

General Electric Company successfully manufactured the first jet engine I-A in the United States.

1942

General electric engineers successfully demonstrated the world's first turboprop engine. Based on Sir Frank Whittle's design, this engine with a thrust of 1.250 lb was launched instantly, bringing America into the jet age. Bell XP-59 jet with two GE I-A engines went down in history as the first successful jet in the United States in 1942.

1943

Engineers of General Electric Company have developed an automatic navigation system for aircraft, which enables the aircraft to cruise according to a preset route.

1945

General Electric Company has developed the world's first civilian radar, which can measure up to 20 miles.

1946- 1956

New materials change life.

In the past ten years, GE has invented seawater desalination, diamond synthesis, artificial rainfall technology, more practical household appliances and a new material called Lexan.

1942

1950

1946

GE set out to develop J47 jet engine. This kind of aircraft engine will become the most popular aircraft engine in the future.

1947

Ge invented the world's first two-door refrigerator.

1953

A new type of transparent plastic named Lexan came out, and GE's innovative tradition continued.

1954

The first automatic dishwasher invented by Ge came out.

1955

GE r&d laboratory announced in 1955 that the world's first repeatable diamond cutting process has been realized, which has solved the problem that has puzzled scientists for centuries. This is a milestone success. This process has become the cornerstone of the synthetic diamond business of General Electric Industry. This business unit is one of the largest suppliers of diamond abrasives in the world today.

1956

GE invented the world's first toaster.

1957- 1970

Devote oneself to scientific research

When the diode and laser developed by GE made science fiction come true, more than 6,000 GE employees were working hard for the first moon landing program. From atoms to planets, we can't escape scientific scrutiny, which reveals more secrets for us and helps us to develop our business better. From rechargeable electric toothbrushes to nuclear energy development, science is changing our thinking and life in an exciting way.

1950

1969

1957

General Electric is in a leading position in the field of energy development, and has established the world's first nuclear power plant.

1959

The invention of halogen lamp brought fresh and pure small white light, which allowed GE to inherit its innovative tradition in the lighting field.

1962

Bob Hall, a scientist of General Electric Company, invented the solid-state laser. This compact and efficient light source can generate freely controllable laser. The invention makes various popular devices possible, such as optical disks, laser printers and optical fiber communication.

1968

GE has made a breakthrough in the research and development of x-ray, which not only improves the quality of x-ray imaging, but also greatly reduces the radiation exposure of patients.

1969

Armstrong took the first step on the moon in boots made of GE silicone. GE provides quality control, engineering support and satellite system for the whole moon landing project.

197 1- 1985

Continue the tradition

GE meets our increasingly complex needs through continuous innovation. In order to solve the problem of natural resources, General Electric Company has developed new materials that are widely used, such as XENOY resin and optical fiber. In the medical industry, GE has developed Sigma magnetic resonance imaging technology and physical examination equipment using computed tomography to make human imaging faster and safer.

1969

197 1

The appearance of Carry-Cool made the first portable air conditioner appear in the world, which further improved the convenience of consumers. This device brings coolness to small spaces and temporary activities.

1973

Dr Ivan Giaever of General Electric Company won the Nobel Prize in Physics for his achievements in the field of superconductors.

1978

In the kitchen, Ge constantly makes the food preparation process faster and more convenient. By introducing FP- 1 and FP-2 food processors and adding SpaceMaker microwave oven, the food preparation process is shortened to only a few seconds.

1978

For a century, General Electric has been famous for its technological innovation. In the past 100 years, GE obtained a record 865 patents. In addition, it is a miracle that GE is the first institution to reach 50,000 patents.

1983

Scientists of General Electric Company have developed a magnetic vibration imaging system. This system is based on a huge superconducting magnet, which forms a magnetic field 3000 times stronger than the earth's magnetic field and has a high degree of consistency. The cross-sectional image of human body presented by the system has reached unprecedented clarity, especially in soft tissue imaging, which X-ray can't do.

1986- 1997

Leading all the way, Ge returned to China.

From outer space to cyberspace, GE bravely broke into exciting new fields, including designing and manufacturing the Mars Observatory and establishing the first website of Fortune 500 companies in non-computer industry. GE also went deeper into this family, creating a national broadcasting company to broadcast real-time economic news, and also creating MSNBC, the largest cable news network ever. Meanwhile, Ge returned to China in 1990s. 199 1 year, GE established its first joint venture company-GE Aviation Medical System Co., Ltd. in Beijing; 1994, GE (China) co., ltd was established in China.

1986

1992

1989

The American Consumer News and Business Channel Financial Channel aims to provide the public with 24-hour financial news and help the public understand financial information anytime and anywhere. In the first year of broadcasting, it attracted130,000 viewers.

1992

GE turned its attention to the red planet and helped NASA build the Mars Observatory. The observer was carried by the MMT3 carrier rocket and entered the orbit of Mars in 1993. Its main task is to understand the geological and climatic situation of Mars, draw and measure the surface of Mars, and prepare for landing in the future.

1996

GE Global official website officially launched.

1998-2000

Set foot in emerging markets

After a hundred years' establishment, GE R&D Center began to go to the world and expand new markets. In 2000, the first global R&D center was established in Bangalore, India. In the same year, GE China R&D Center took shape in Shanghai, and in 2003, it was designated as the cross-business research center of Zhangjiang High-tech Park. GE's latest interdisciplinary research and development base is located in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. These five R&D centers all over the world, together with the German R&D center of General Electric in Munich, Germany and the global R&D center headquarters of General Electric in Niscaniskayuna, New York, are committed to developing innovative technologies to deal with the world's thorny problems.

1992

1998

The new LightSpeed QX/I CT system comes out, which is the first scanner in the world that allows doctors to observe multiple images at the same time, and its speed is six times faster than that of traditional instruments. This system saves valuable time for critically ill patients, especially critically ill patients.

1999

With the continuous innovation of science and technology, GE has developed a brand-new GE90 engine, 1 15000 lb. Thrust to carry Boeing's long-range 777-200LR and 300-ER models. With a power exceeding 1 15000 lbs, Ge90-1/5b has become the most powerful commercial aircraft engine in the world.

1999

Another breakthrough of GE imaging technology is functional anatomical localization. This technology helps doctors find the location of the disease more accurately. A year later, General Electric Company developed a digital mammography technology, and the definition was improved again.

1999

With the popularity of the Internet, GE officially entered the field of e-commerce. Earned 2 billion dollars that year.

1999

GE R&D moves from America to the world. The first global R&D center outside the United States was established in Bangalore, India.

2000

GE global R&D center (Shanghai) was established. GE China R&D Center (CTC) is one of the five largest R&D centers of GE Company in the world, which provides all-round technical support for GE's global business and the "China in China" project, as well as basic scientific research, new product development, engineering development and procurement services.

200 1-2004

Breakthrough discovery

With the breakthrough of research in the fields of medical treatment, electric power and lighting, the pace of GE's continuous innovation has accelerated. From cancer diagnosis and treatment to energy-saving locomotives to Vivid I cardiovascular ultrasound, innovation has been further extended in GE.

1992

2003

2002

GE developed the world's first 4D imaging ultrasonic instrument based on 3D imaging.

2002

GE maintains close cooperation with NASA to provide cutting-edge technology for the International Space Station and ensure its safe operation.

2003

The medical industry has gradually entered the electronic age. GE cooperated with Indiana Heart Treatment Center to apply GE Centricity TM information system for the first time in the center to help the hospital realize electronization. Doctors can monitor the information of hospitalized patients through electronic systems.

2003

The first H system test began in Baghlan Bay, Wales. GE's H system is the most advanced hybrid power generation system today, and it is also the first system to break through 60% utilization rate. This engine integrates gas engine, steam engine and hot press, and seamlessly connects them to improve the performance of each component.

2003

GE is committed to meeting or even exceeding the government's fuel economy and greenhouse gas emission standards. The new generation of energy-saving GE Evolution series locomotives were developed according to the American environmental protection standards in 2005, and began testing in 2003.

2004

Ge vivid I miniature cardiovascular ultrasound instrument comes out. This ultrasonic instrument is small and light, with clear picture quality, and can be carried around to help more patients around the world.

2004

GEnx aircraft engine comes out. Aircraft engine provides power for Boeing 787 Dreamliner and Boeing 747, which has the characteristics of high fuel consumption efficiency, low noise and low emission.

2004

Scientists at GE Global R&D Center showed the world the organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs). This light source can be cut into a square of 24 square feet, and today's incandescent bulb technology can use energy more effectively, producing brightness as high as 1200 lumens.

2005-20 10

Recent development

GE adheres to the concept of continuous innovation and constantly explores objects and substances in a wider range. GE scientists have developed information tools such as holographic data storage technology and new organic light-emitting diodes by using light and other resources. In China, GE sponsored the USA Pavilion of the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games and the 20 10 Shanghai World Expo. On 20 12, GE China innovation center was established successively in Chengdu and an.

2004

2005

GE has made another breakthrough in the field of magnetic resonance imaging, and successfully developed the first high-precision magnetic resonance imaging machine, providing doctors with unprecedented clear images.

2006

GE The Discovery CT came out, which is the first 64-slice CT in the world.

2007

GE successfully developed VIO LED white light, which laid the foundation for the large-scale use of LED lights.

2007

GE made a breakthrough in the field of power generation technology, and the world's first 24-cylinder gas turbine-4mwj624gs yanbach gas turbine came out.

2008

General Electric sponsored the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games.

2009

Venue 40, which is the size of a tablet computer, and Vscan ultrasonic instrument, which is the size of a mobile phone, were introduced. Let the ultrasonic instrument be more advanced and lighter than before, and help more patients.

20 10

GE introduced the intelligent energy-saving LED light bulb, which is the first omni-directional LED light bulb in the world.

20 10

The new WattStation is a brand-new 2-stage fast charging pile, which is specially used to charge electric vehicles on the road or at home. Modular design with upgrade function enables customers to easily grasp the future development of communication and technology. In addition, WattStation can also help commercial real estate owners get LEED (Green Building Certification) scores and qualifications.