Edison vs. Tesla

Meet the Inventors

Some surprising facts about one of the most prolific inventors in U.S. history -- Thomas Edison.

Learn facts about Nikola Tesla, one of history's most important energy-related inventors and engineers.

“Who was the better inventor, Edison or Tesla, and why?” In our new video, we explore the famous rivalry between Thomas Edison and Nikola Tesla...

Learn about the most powerful non-destructive magnet in the world -- and how Nikola Tesla's work more than a century ago makes it possible.

Download our gallery of sharable "Who Said It?" Tesla and Edison quote quiz cards.

Q&A with Experts

Tesla and Edison experts answer your questions about these two energy inventors.

Interactive Timeline

Trace the light bulb's evolution from Thomas Edison's lab to the LEDs we use today.

Learn more about direct current (DC) and alternating current (AC).