Irene Sänger-Bredt
Irene Sänger-Bredt | |
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| Born | 24 April 1911 |
| Died | 20 October 1983 (aged 72) |
| Nationality | German |
| Spouse | Eugen Sänger |
| Awards | Hermann Oberth Gold Medal (1970) |
| Scientific career | |
| Fields | Applied mathematics, engineering |
| Thesis | X-rays from Rare Earths (1936) |
Irene Reinhild Agnes Elisabeth Sänger-Bredt (24 April 1911 – 20 October 1983) was a German engineer, mathematician and physicist. She is co-credited with the design of a proposed intercontinental spaceplane/bomber prior to and during World War II.