The importance of the 2N2222A to civilization cannot be understated. Serving as a fundamental building block in electronics, it was pivotal in modern electronics. This humble transistor has indirectly shaped communication, entertainment, and technology for the past 60 years.
 
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Show Notes:
Haenichen Interview: http://semiconductormuseum.com/Transistors/Motorola/Haenichen/Haenichen_Index.htm
Haenichen Audio Recordings: http://www.semiconductormuseum.com/Transistors/Motorola/Haenichen/Haenichen_Page16.htm
Digikey Link to Microchip JANS2N2222A: https://www.digikey.com/en/products/detail/microchip-technology/JANS2N2222A/4384334
2N23 Link: http://semiconductormuseum.com/PhotoGallery/PhotoGallery_2N23.htm
Semiconductor Device Patent: https://patents.google.com/patent/US3226611A/en