Howard Vollum 1913-1986

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A brilliant engineer who co-founded Tektronix, Oregon's first major high-tech company. His invention of the triggered-sweep oscilloscope revolutionized electronics testing and laid the groundwork for the "Silicon Forest."

 

Biographical Overview

• Lived from 1913 to 1986
• Born: Jan 1, 1913, Portland, OR
• Died: Jan 1, 1986, Portland, OR

 

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Last updated: 2026-10-07