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Meet the inventor: A ‘magical potion’ for machines

In the 1990s, Magnus Kellström, Development Engineer of SKF, invented a completely new kind of bearing. His ideas are still changing the world, one revolution at a time.

29/02/2024 17:00:04

Magnus Kellström doesn't let convention stand in the way of a good idea. You can tell that from his bicycle. Retired since 2005, he gets around his hometown on a recumbent two-wheeler, sitting on a laid-back seat with the pedals positioned far forwards, over the front wheel. It's a design that enthusiasts say is more comfortable and more aerodynamic than standard machines.

The same willingness to challenge status quo characterised Kellström's 39-year career at SKF, where he worked in a wide range of product development roles. During this time, Kellström helped to push forward the art and science of bearing design, bringing new tools and leaps of imagination to a class of products that quite literally help the world go round.

Read the full article in DPA's March issue

Written By Sophia Bell

Sophia Bell is the Group Editor of DPA, Connectivity, and PBSI. She joined the team in 2020 as Assistant Editor after achieving a First-Class Honours BA in English Literature and Film Studies from the University of East Anglia. In her current role, she leads the editorial strategy, driving digital growth and ensuring each title continues to deliver trusted, relevant insight for engineering and manufacturing professionals.