Clarence W. Spicer
Clarence W. Spicer | |
|---|---|
Spicer, c. 1939 | |
| Born | November 30, 1875 Edelstein, Illinois, U.S. |
| Died | November 21, 1939 (aged 63) |
| Alma mater | Cornell University |
| Occupation(s) | Engineer, inventor |
| Organization | Society for Automotive Engineers |
| Known for | Founder of Spicer Manufacturing Company and inventor of the Spicer joint |
| Spouse |
Anna Olive Burdick
(m. 1896–1939) |
Clarence Winfred Spicer (November 30, 1875 – November 21, 1939) was an American automotive engineer and inventor, best known for the first practical design and use of the universal joint in automotive applications.