Inventors: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Thomas Edison - The Inventions of Thomas Edison
Thomas Edison held a world record of 1093 patents for inventions such as the lightbulb and phonograph - Thomas Edison biography and timeline.
Thomas Edison held a world record of 1093 patents for inventions such as the lightbulb and phonograph - Thomas Edison biography and timeline.
The History of Computers - Computer History Timeline
A history of computers and the inventors involved with each computer invention milestone - a timeline with detailed history features.
A history of computers and the inventors involved with each computer invention milestone - a timeline with detailed history features.
Famous Inventions A to Z
Research the history of famous inventions - past and present.
Research the history of famous inventions - past and present.
History of the Telephone
The history of the telephone covering Alexander Graham Bell and Elisha Gray - telephones from early models to todays digital cell phones and pagers.
The history of the telephone covering Alexander Graham Bell and Elisha Gray - telephones from early models to todays digital cell phones and pagers.
20th Century Timeline
Technology, science, and inventions have progressed at an accelerated rate during the hundred years of the 20th century, more so than any other century.
Technology, science, and inventions have progressed at an accelerated rate during the hundred years of the 20th century, more so than any other century.
19th Century
What were the famous inventions of the 19th Century
What were the famous inventions of the 19th Century
History of Atomic Bomb
Albert Einstein and other scientists told Roosevelt of Nazi Germany efforts to build an atomic bomb - the United States Government began the Manhattan Project that produced the first atomic bomb.
Albert Einstein and other scientists told Roosevelt of Nazi Germany efforts to build an atomic bomb - the United States Government began the Manhattan Project that produced the first atomic bomb.
The Wright Brothers - The First Flight of an Airplane
Orville and Wilbur Wright - the Wright Brothers - invented and flew the first airplane.
Orville and Wilbur Wright - the Wright Brothers - invented and flew the first airplane.
Automobile History
The history of the automobile it is estimated that over 100,000 patents and dozens of inventors created the modern automobile.
The history of the automobile it is estimated that over 100,000 patents and dozens of inventors created the modern automobile.
History of Lasers
Information on laser history including the Ruby and Maser Laser Gordon Gould Arthur Schawlow Theodore Maiman
Information on laser history including the Ruby and Maser Laser Gordon Gould Arthur Schawlow Theodore Maiman
Cotton Gin & Eli Whitney
Eli Whitney patented the cotton gin on March 14 1794.
Eli Whitney patented the cotton gin on March 14 1794.
History of Basketball - James Naismith
James Naismith was the Canadian physical education instructor who invented basketball in 1891.
James Naismith was the Canadian physical education instructor who invented basketball in 1891.
History of Candy Canes
The origin of the candy cane goes back over 350 years.
The origin of the candy cane goes back over 350 years.
History of Photography
The complete history of photography - the word is derived from the Greek words for light and writing - first used by Sir John Herschel in 1839.
The complete history of photography - the word is derived from the Greek words for light and writing - first used by Sir John Herschel in 1839.
Alexander Graham Bell - Biography
In 1876 at the age of 29 Alexander Graham Bell invented a phone and a year later he started the Bell telephone company.
In 1876 at the age of 29 Alexander Graham Bell invented a phone and a year later he started the Bell telephone company.
The History of the Airplane - Orville and Wilbur Wright.
The invention of the airplane - history of flight - inventors Orville and Wilbur Wright - sp aeroplane.
The invention of the airplane - history of flight - inventors Orville and Wilbur Wright - sp aeroplane.
Television History
History of television - black and white color and digital TV - cameras video recording and broadcast equipment - inventors Farnsworth Baird and Zworykin.
History of television - black and white color and digital TV - cameras video recording and broadcast equipment - inventors Farnsworth Baird and Zworykin.
Famous Inventors A to Z
History and biographies of famous inventors - background information and patents on each invention - sp - inventers
History and biographies of famous inventors - background information and patents on each invention - sp - inventers
Telegraph History
The history of the telegraph and the science of telegraphy - Samuel Morse and other inventors.
The history of the telegraph and the science of telegraphy - Samuel Morse and other inventors.
Invention of Radio
An outline of the development of radio technology - radio owes its development to two other inventions the telegraph and the telephone.
An outline of the development of radio technology - radio owes its development to two other inventions the telegraph and the telephone.
Modern Inventions
A timeline of 21st century modern inventions of 2000 and beyond
A timeline of 21st century modern inventions of 2000 and beyond
Black Inventors A-Z
Black inventors the biographes - inventions and photos of inventors from George Edward Alcorn to Granvile Woods.
Black inventors the biographes - inventions and photos of inventors from George Edward Alcorn to Granvile Woods.
The History of Coca Cola
Coca Cola was invented by Doctor John Pembert - learn the history of coca cola and other soft drinks.
Coca Cola was invented by Doctor John Pembert - learn the history of coca cola and other soft drinks.
Invention of Television
Television was not invented by a single inventor instead many people working together and alone contributed to its evolution.
Television was not invented by a single inventor instead many people working together and alone contributed to its evolution.
Biography Thomas Edison
Biography of inventor Thomas Edison - Edson's Early Life
Biography of inventor Thomas Edison - Edson's Early Life
History of Christmas Stuff
The history behind candy canes and christmas trees and lights and other innovations of the Christmas season.
The history behind candy canes and christmas trees and lights and other innovations of the Christmas season.
Stitches
The first functional sewing machine was invented by French tailor Barthelemy Thimonnier who was almost killed by enraged French tailors who burnt down his factory.
The first functional sewing machine was invented by French tailor Barthelemy Thimonnier who was almost killed by enraged French tailors who burnt down his factory.
Galileo Galilei - Biography
The early life of Galileo Galilei.
The early life of Galileo Galilei.
Steam Engine History
The history of steam engines - Thomas Savery patented the first crude steam engine - Thomas Newcomen invented the atmospheric steam engine that was improved on by James Watt.
The history of steam engines - Thomas Savery patented the first crude steam engine - Thomas Newcomen invented the atmospheric steam engine that was improved on by James Watt.
The History of the Automobile - Gas Engines
The history of the internal combustion engine and early gas powered cars and inventors - Nicolas Joseph Cuglnot - Nicolaus Otto - Karl Benz - Gottlieb Daimler
The history of the internal combustion engine and early gas powered cars and inventors - Nicolas Joseph Cuglnot - Nicolaus Otto - Karl Benz - Gottlieb Daimler
Henry Ford (1863-1947)
Henry Ford invented the assembly line for automobile manufacturing, the the designed the famous Model T.
Henry Ford invented the assembly line for automobile manufacturing, the the designed the famous Model T.
Photography Timeline
Timeline of the history of photography
Timeline of the history of photography
History of Penicillin
Penicillin is one of the first and still one of the most widely used antibiotic agents - derived from the Penicillium mold.
Penicillin is one of the first and still one of the most widely used antibiotic agents - derived from the Penicillium mold.
Invention of Christmas Lights
The history of Christmas lights and the tradition of lighting Christmas trees.
The history of Christmas lights and the tradition of lighting Christmas trees.
Railroad Invention and History
History of railroad locomotive and train innovations - past - present - future.
History of railroad locomotive and train innovations - past - present - future.
George Washington Carver
Biography of George Washington Carver - an explorer and innovator of agricultural science.
Biography of George Washington Carver - an explorer and innovator of agricultural science.
Firearms
The history of small firearms - Samuel Colt invented the revolver - Thompson submachine or Tommy gun was invented by General John Thompson.
The history of small firearms - Samuel Colt invented the revolver - Thompson submachine or Tommy gun was invented by General John Thompson.
Sir Isaac Newton
Sir Isaac Newton invented the reflecting telescope in 1668.
Sir Isaac Newton invented the reflecting telescope in 1668.
The History of the Motion Picture
The Frenchman Louis Lumiere is often credited as inventing the first motion picture camera in 1895 - but in truth - several others had made similiar inventions around the same time.
The Frenchman Louis Lumiere is often credited as inventing the first motion picture camera in 1895 - but in truth - several others had made similiar inventions around the same time.
Future Technology
The top ten inventions that will make future technology a reality.
The top ten inventions that will make future technology a reality.
18th Century Timeline
The 18th century gave birth to the first Industrial Revolution - the birth of modern manufacturing when steam engines replaced animal labor.
The 18th century gave birth to the first Industrial Revolution - the birth of modern manufacturing when steam engines replaced animal labor.
Inventions Benjamin Franklin
Benjamin Franklin invented the lightning rod - iron furnace stove - bifocal glasses and odometer - sp Ben Franklin.
Benjamin Franklin invented the lightning rod - iron furnace stove - bifocal glasses and odometer - sp Ben Franklin.
History of Football
American football is a distinct type of football that developed in the United States in the 19th century from soccer and rugby football.
American football is a distinct type of football that developed in the United States in the 19th century from soccer and rugby football.
Martin Cooper Cell Phones
Inventor Martin Cooper celebrates 30th anniversary of first portable cell phone call
Inventor Martin Cooper celebrates 30th anniversary of first portable cell phone call
Albert Einstein Biography - The Life and Achievements of Albert Einstein
Albert Einstein - the biography of Albert Einstein.
Albert Einstein - the biography of Albert Einstein.
Coca Cola Advertising
Coca Cola Santa Claus image from 1963
Coca Cola Santa Claus image from 1963
Selling The Cell Phone - History Of Cellular Phones
How the FCC slowed the progress of a cellular phone system.
How the FCC slowed the progress of a cellular phone system.
Bill Gates - Biography
A biography of Bill Gates - the founder of Microsoft.
A biography of Bill Gates - the founder of Microsoft.
History of the Microscope
A history of the microscope starting with use of a simple lens in ancient times to the first compound microscope circa 1590 and including the microscopes of the 19th century.
A history of the microscope starting with use of a simple lens in ancient times to the first compound microscope circa 1590 and including the microscopes of the 19th century.
History of Dynamite
In 1863 Swedish industrialist Alfred Nobel invented the Nobel patent detonator used with dynamite and nitroglycerin.
In 1863 Swedish industrialist Alfred Nobel invented the Nobel patent detonator used with dynamite and nitroglycerin.
The History of Transportation
The history of transportation and innovations in transportation.
The history of transportation and innovations in transportation.
The History of Communication
The history of communication from early alphabets to the world wide web.
The history of communication from early alphabets to the world wide web.
History of Chewing Gum
A little chewing gum history from Thomas Adams tire chicle to the Diemer bubble gum.
A little chewing gum history from Thomas Adams tire chicle to the Diemer bubble gum.
Johannes Gutenberg
In 1450 Johannes Gutenberg made his first printing press.
In 1450 Johannes Gutenberg made his first printing press.
History of Ice Cream
Ice cream is often called The Great American Dessert find out the history behind ice cream - sundaes and cones.
Ice cream is often called The Great American Dessert find out the history behind ice cream - sundaes and cones.
Benjamin Franklin
Benjamin Franklin invented the lightning rod - iron furnace stove - bifocal glasses and odometer - sp Ben Franklin.
Benjamin Franklin invented the lightning rod - iron furnace stove - bifocal glasses and odometer - sp Ben Franklin.
Famous Inventions B
Patent biography and history information about famous inventions.
Patent biography and history information about famous inventions.
The History of the Refrigerator - and Freezer
The first known artificial refrigeration was demonstrated by William Cullen in 1748 - he did not use his discovery for any practical purpose - In 1805 an American inventor Oliver Evans designed the first refrigeration machine - Dr John Gorrie built a refrigerator based on the Evans design in 1844 - used to make ice to cool the air for his yellow fever patients.
The first known artificial refrigeration was demonstrated by William Cullen in 1748 - he did not use his discovery for any practical purpose - In 1805 an American inventor Oliver Evans designed the first refrigeration machine - Dr John Gorrie built a refrigerator based on the Evans design in 1844 - used to make ice to cool the air for his yellow fever patients.
The History of Steamboats
John Fitch made the first successful trial of a steamboat and Robert Fulton invented the first successful steamboat - the Clermont
John Fitch made the first successful trial of a steamboat and Robert Fulton invented the first successful steamboat - the Clermont
History of Plastics
The history of plastic different types of and timeline of plastics.
The history of plastic different types of and timeline of plastics.
The History of the Bicycle
Bicycle - the modern vehicle name dates from 1869 - whose precursor was the velocipede
Bicycle - the modern vehicle name dates from 1869 - whose precursor was the velocipede
The First Mass Production of Cars - The Assembly Line
The history of cars - the first assembly line production.
The history of cars - the first assembly line production.
History of the X-Ray
A history of the X-Ray and the invention of x-ray machine
A history of the X-Ray and the invention of x-ray machine
History: Apple Computers
Apple Lisa was the first home computer with a GUI or graphical user interface - A look back at the Macintosh - development and history and the impact it has had on the history of computing.
Apple Lisa was the first home computer with a GUI or graphical user interface - A look back at the Macintosh - development and history and the impact it has had on the history of computing.
The History of Electricity - Electronics
Short essays on several inventors including Westinghouse Edison and Tesla connected to the field of electricity and electrical theory - Electricity fundamentals positive and negative Nikola Tesla charges electrons and the atom conductors and insulators electrical currents voltage - current and resistance.
Short essays on several inventors including Westinghouse Edison and Tesla connected to the field of electricity and electrical theory - Electricity fundamentals positive and negative Nikola Tesla charges electrons and the atom conductors and insulators electrical currents voltage - current and resistance.
The History of Computer and Video Games
Space War Pong Nintendo - the history of computer games and video console games - Video game history is interesting even if you have never touched a joystick.
Space War Pong Nintendo - the history of computer games and video console games - Video game history is interesting even if you have never touched a joystick.
Famous Inventions C
Famous inventions - patents with historical information.
Famous inventions - patents with historical information.
Sample Business Plans
Sample business plans than can be used to as a guideline for writing your own.
Sample business plans than can be used to as a guideline for writing your own.
Who Invented the Thermometer - Fahrenheit Celsius and Kelvin Scales.
The first thermometers were called thermoscopes - In 1724 Gabriel Fahrenheit invented the first mercury thermometer.
The first thermometers were called thermoscopes - In 1724 Gabriel Fahrenheit invented the first mercury thermometer.
The History of the Incandescent Lightbulb
Timeline outlining the development of the lightbulb.
Timeline outlining the development of the lightbulb.
History of Laptop Computers
Manny Fernandez had an early idea for a laptop computer for executives however there are the 1979 designs by William Moggridge.
Manny Fernandez had an early idea for a laptop computer for executives however there are the 1979 designs by William Moggridge.
The History of the Automobile - Steam Cars
Historians who accept the early steam powered vehicles as being automobiles - also accept Nicolas Cugnot as being the inventor of the first automobile.
Historians who accept the early steam powered vehicles as being automobiles - also accept Nicolas Cugnot as being the inventor of the first automobile.
Women Inventors A to Z
Women inventors the biographies inventions and photos of inventors from Randi Altschul to Mary Walton.
Women inventors the biographies inventions and photos of inventors from Randi Altschul to Mary Walton.
Barbie Doll - History of the Barbie Doll and Inventor Ruth Handler
The history of Barbie dolls and inventor Ruth Handler who invented the Barbie Doll in 1959.
The history of Barbie dolls and inventor Ruth Handler who invented the Barbie Doll in 1959.
History of the Compass
The magnetic compass is an old Chinese invention which has become a very modern invention.
The magnetic compass is an old Chinese invention which has become a very modern invention.
Top Ten Inventions
The top ten most popular inventions.
The top ten most popular inventions.
History of Toys
Toy inventions and the history of toys including Slinky - Hula Hoop - Frisbee - SILLY PUTTY - Etch A Sketch - Video Games - Yo-Yo
Toy inventions and the history of toys including Slinky - Hula Hoop - Frisbee - SILLY PUTTY - Etch A Sketch - Video Games - Yo-Yo
History of Volleyball
William Morgan based Volleyball on the popular German game called Faustball - the history of Volleyball.
William Morgan based Volleyball on the popular German game called Faustball - the history of Volleyball.
History of Baseball - Alexander Cartwright
The evolution of baseball bats changed the sport entirely - baseball was invented by Alexander Cartwright.
The evolution of baseball bats changed the sport entirely - baseball was invented by Alexander Cartwright.
The History of the Zipper
Invention of the zipper - how the name zipper came to be and the effects this invention has had on fashion.
Invention of the zipper - how the name zipper came to be and the effects this invention has had on fashion.
History of the Electric Battery
Alessandro Volta invented the first battery - timeline and history.
Alessandro Volta invented the first battery - timeline and history.
The History of the Elevator - Elisha Otis
Elisha Otis invented the Improvement in Hoisting Apparatus - Elisha Graves Otis did not actually invent the elevator - he invented the brake used in modern elavators - His brakes made skyscrapers a practical reality.
Elisha Otis invented the Improvement in Hoisting Apparatus - Elisha Graves Otis did not actually invent the elevator - he invented the brake used in modern elavators - His brakes made skyscrapers a practical reality.
History of Electric Vehicles
The early history of electric vehicles - Inventor Robert Anderson invented the first crude electric car carriage.
The early history of electric vehicles - Inventor Robert Anderson invented the first crude electric car carriage.
History of the Digital Camera
History of the digital camera - Digital camera technology is directly related to and evolved from the same technology that recorded television images
History of the digital camera - Digital camera technology is directly related to and evolved from the same technology that recorded television images
17th Century Timeline
During the 17th century major changes in philosophy and science took place - often characterised as a scientific revolution.
During the 17th century major changes in philosophy and science took place - often characterised as a scientific revolution.
The History of the Jet Engine - Sir Frank Whittle - Hans Von Ohain
Dr Hans Von Ohain and Sir Frank Whittle are recognized as the co-inventors of the jet engine - Von Ohain and Whittle were working separately on the jet engine and knew nothing of the others work.
Dr Hans Von Ohain and Sir Frank Whittle are recognized as the co-inventors of the jet engine - Von Ohain and Whittle were working separately on the jet engine and knew nothing of the others work.
How a Jet Engine Works
A jet engine operates on the application of Sir Isaac Newton's third law of physics
A jet engine operates on the application of Sir Isaac Newton's third law of physics
Michael Faraday - Inventor of the Electric Motor
Michael Faraday - his biggest breakthrough in electricity was his invention of the electric motor.
Michael Faraday - his biggest breakthrough in electricity was his invention of the electric motor.
Washing Machines
The earliest washing machine the scrub board was invented in 1797 - the first electric powered washing machine in 1908.
The earliest washing machine the scrub board was invented in 1797 - the first electric powered washing machine in 1908.
History of the Gatling Gun
In 1861 Doctor Richard Gatling patented the Gatling Gun believing it would bring an end to bloodshed.
In 1861 Doctor Richard Gatling patented the Gatling Gun believing it would bring an end to bloodshed.
Life of Thomas Edison
Biography of Thomas Edison, early life, his marriages, and major inventions
Biography of Thomas Edison, early life, his marriages, and major inventions
The History of Shoes - Sandals - Sneakers - Shoelaces
A history covering both shoes and shoe making machinery.
A history covering both shoes and shoe making machinery.
Typewriters - Qwerty - Typing Invention History
The first practical typewriter was invented by Christopher Latham Sholes and was marketed by the Remington Arms company in 1873.
The first practical typewriter was invented by Christopher Latham Sholes and was marketed by the Remington Arms company in 1873.
Vacuum Cleaners Invention and History
The vacuum cleaner - modern design - was invented in 1901 by H C Booth and took the form of a large horse-drawn petrol-driven unit which was parked outside the building to be cleaned with long hoses being fed through the windows
The vacuum cleaner - modern design - was invented in 1901 by H C Booth and took the form of a large horse-drawn petrol-driven unit which was parked outside the building to be cleaned with long hoses being fed through the windows
Who Invented Peanut Butter?
The history of peanut butter.: george washington carver john harvey kellogg crop peanuts who invented peanut butter ancient incas
The history of peanut butter.: george washington carver john harvey kellogg crop peanuts who invented peanut butter ancient incas
Chocolate Chip Cookies
Ruth Wakefield invented Chocolate Chip Cookies.
Ruth Wakefield invented Chocolate Chip Cookies.
Levi Strauss
Levi Strauss invented blue jeans - the history of denim.
Levi Strauss invented blue jeans - the history of denim.
Agricultural Revolution
The agricultural revolution was a period of agricultural development between the 18th century and the end of the 19th century, which saw a massive and rapid increase in agricultural productivity and vast improvements in farm technology.
The agricultural revolution was a period of agricultural development between the 18th century and the end of the 19th century, which saw a massive and rapid increase in agricultural productivity and vast improvements in farm technology.
Madame CJ Walker
Madame CJ Walker was a St Louis washerwoman turned entrepreneur who in 1905 invented a method to soften and smooth black women
Madame CJ Walker was a St Louis washerwoman turned entrepreneur who in 1905 invented a method to soften and smooth black women
The History of the Apple Macintosh - Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak
The Apple Macintosh - the first affordable home computer with a GUI or graphical user interface.
The Apple Macintosh - the first affordable home computer with a GUI or graphical user interface.
Inventors of The Modern Computer - Konrad Zuse
Konrad Zuse was the inventor of the first freely programmable computer.
Konrad Zuse was the inventor of the first freely programmable computer.
The History of Pop Timeline
A timeline of soft drink history including coca cola and pepsi cola, the inventors and history behind pop
A timeline of soft drink history including coca cola and pepsi cola, the inventors and history behind pop
Louis Pasteur
Louis Pasteur invented pasteurization and discovered the germ theory of disease.
Louis Pasteur invented pasteurization and discovered the germ theory of disease.
Who Invented the Computer Mouse - Douglas Engelbart
Douglas Engelbart invented point and click computing with the computer mouse windows etc.
Douglas Engelbart invented point and click computing with the computer mouse windows etc.
Crayola Crayon History
Edward Binney and Harold Smith co-invented Crayola crayons.
Edward Binney and Harold Smith co-invented Crayola crayons.
The History of Medicine
The history of medicine and major medical inventions
The history of medicine and major medical inventions
History of the iPod
The history behind the world's favorite portable digital music player - iPod.
The history behind the world's favorite portable digital music player - iPod.
Canadian Inventors
Canadian inventors have patented more than one million inventions yet few people can name one Canadian inventor or accomplishment.
Canadian inventors have patented more than one million inventions yet few people can name one Canadian inventor or accomplishment.
American Inventors
Choose an American inventor by state.
Choose an American inventor by state.
History of Aspirin
In 1829 scientists discovered that it was the compound called salicin in willow plants which gave you the pain relief and this led to the manufacturing of Aspirin.
In 1829 scientists discovered that it was the compound called salicin in willow plants which gave you the pain relief and this led to the manufacturing of Aspirin.
History Microsoft Windows
In 1983 the Microsoft Corporation formally announced Microsoft Windows software for IBM computers which they almost named Interface Manager software.
In 1983 the Microsoft Corporation formally announced Microsoft Windows software for IBM computers which they almost named Interface Manager software.
Bar Codes - The History of Bar Code
The first patent for bar code was issued to inventors Joseph Woodland and Bernard Silver on October 7 1952.
The first patent for bar code was issued to inventors Joseph Woodland and Bernard Silver on October 7 1952.
The History of MP3
History of MP3 and the inventors behind MP3
History of MP3 and the inventors behind MP3
George Eastman
George Eastman invented rolled photography film and the Kodak camera - an avid photographer he was the founder of the Kodak company.
George Eastman invented rolled photography film and the Kodak camera - an avid photographer he was the founder of the Kodak company.
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Patent history on famous inventions.
Patent history on famous inventions.
16th Century Timeline
During the 16th century major changes in philosophy and science took place - often characterised as the Scientific revolution.
During the 16th century major changes in philosophy and science took place - often characterised as the Scientific revolution.
Culture of the Cocoa Bean
The history of chocolate and cocoa beans.
The history of chocolate and cocoa beans.
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Famous and infamous inventions.
Famous and infamous inventions.
Spinning Jenny - James Hargreaves
James Hargreaves invented the spinning jenny: spinning jenny james hargreaves james hargreaves spinning jenny daughter jenny flying shuttle
James Hargreaves invented the spinning jenny: spinning jenny james hargreaves james hargreaves spinning jenny daughter jenny flying shuttle
Ornithopter Flying Machine
The Ornithopter Flying Machine Designed by Leonardo da Vinci
The Ornithopter Flying Machine Designed by Leonardo da Vinci
Industrial Revolution - Textile Industry and Textile Machinery of the Industrial Revolution
Timeline of the textile machinery developed during the Industrial revolution.
Timeline of the textile machinery developed during the Industrial revolution.
Color Television History
Color television was by no means a new idea since its attraction and possibility early engaged the imaginations of inventors - A German patent in 1904 contained the earliest proposal.
Color television was by no means a new idea since its attraction and possibility early engaged the imaginations of inventors - A German patent in 1904 contained the earliest proposal.
Money Lessons
I know nothing about inventing - what do I do to make money from my new invention ideas?
I know nothing about inventing - what do I do to make money from my new invention ideas?
George Stephenson
George Stephenson is considered to be the inventor of the first steam locomotive engine for railways
George Stephenson is considered to be the inventor of the first steam locomotive engine for railways
Pictures Industrial Revolution
The spinning jenny was the first machine to improve upon the spinning wheel
The spinning jenny was the first machine to improve upon the spinning wheel
Tidal Power Plants
How tidal power plants work - history of tidal mills and ocean energy and how they work.
How tidal power plants work - history of tidal mills and ocean energy and how they work.
History of American Agriculture - Farm Machinery and Technology
A History of American Agriculture 1776-1990: mccormick reaper charles newbold wooden plows chemical fertilizers grain elevator
A History of American Agriculture 1776-1990: mccormick reaper charles newbold wooden plows chemical fertilizers grain elevator
Lighting and Lamps
The word lamp is derived from the Greek word lampas meaning torch.
The word lamp is derived from the Greek word lampas meaning torch.
History of the Telescope - History of Binoculars
A spectacle maker probably assembled the first telescope - Hans Lippershey of Holland is often credited with the invention but he almost certainly was not the first person to make one - binoculars and telescopes have the same history.
A spectacle maker probably assembled the first telescope - Hans Lippershey of Holland is often credited with the invention but he almost certainly was not the first person to make one - binoculars and telescopes have the same history.
Cyrus McCormick - The Reaper
Cyrus McCormick invented the mechanical reaper: international harvester company cyrus hall mccormick forest preserve district of cook county mechanical reaper cyrus mccormick
Cyrus McCormick invented the mechanical reaper: international harvester company cyrus hall mccormick forest preserve district of cook county mechanical reaper cyrus mccormick
The History of Soap and Detergent
A soap like material found in clay cylinders during the excavation of ancient Babylon is evidence that soap making was known as early as 2800 BC
A soap like material found in clay cylinders during the excavation of ancient Babylon is evidence that soap making was known as early as 2800 BC
Galileo Galilei - Biography
Galileo Galilei heard rumors that a Dutch spectacle-maker had invented a device that made distant objects seem near at hand
Galileo Galilei heard rumors that a Dutch spectacle-maker had invented a device that made distant objects seem near at hand
The History of Airbags
The history of automotive airbags - how they work - who invented airbags.
The history of automotive airbags - how they work - who invented airbags.
Timeline of Electronics
Timeline - important events in the history of electricity.
Timeline - important events in the history of electricity.
Who Invented Google?
Larry Page and Sergey Brin invented Google a very popular search engine.
Larry Page and Sergey Brin invented Google a very popular search engine.
The History of Pizza Pie
Considered a peasants meal in Italy for centuries modern pizza is attributed to baker Raffaele Esposito of Naples.
Considered a peasants meal in Italy for centuries modern pizza is attributed to baker Raffaele Esposito of Naples.
Credit Cards
In 1950 Diners Club issued their credit card to pay restaurant bills however credit has been around a long time.
In 1950 Diners Club issued their credit card to pay restaurant bills however credit has been around a long time.
History of Comic Books
The history of comic books and comic strips.
The history of comic books and comic strips.
Robert Hooke and His Microscope
Robert Hooke was the first to study and record cells by using a microscope.
Robert Hooke was the first to study and record cells by using a microscope.
Invention of the Wheel
The oldest wheel found in archeological excavations was discovered in what was Mesopotamia and is believed to be over fifty-five hundred years old
The oldest wheel found in archeological excavations was discovered in what was Mesopotamia and is believed to be over fifty-five hundred years old
The History of the Edison Cylinder Phonograph
The phonograph was developed as a result of Thomas Edison's work on two other inventions - the telegraph and the telephone.
The phonograph was developed as a result of Thomas Edison's work on two other inventions - the telegraph and the telephone.
Igor Sikorsky
Chronicle of the evolution of rotary wing aircraft - helicopter pioneers and inventors profiled.
Chronicle of the evolution of rotary wing aircraft - helicopter pioneers and inventors profiled.
ENIAC Computer
Twenty thousand vacuum tubes later the ENIAC computer is born and John Mauchly and John Presper Eckert are the proud parents.
Twenty thousand vacuum tubes later the ENIAC computer is born and John Mauchly and John Presper Eckert are the proud parents.
History of Agriculture and Farm Machinery
The history of agriculture and farm machinery including - cotton gin - tractors - reapers - grain elevators - horseshoes and more
The history of agriculture and farm machinery including - cotton gin - tractors - reapers - grain elevators - horseshoes and more
The History of the Frisbee
The empty pie plates of the Frisbie Baking Company become the prototype for the Frisbee - inventor Walter Frederick Morrison sold his Pluto Platter to Wham-O for one million dollars.
The empty pie plates of the Frisbie Baking Company become the prototype for the Frisbee - inventor Walter Frederick Morrison sold his Pluto Platter to Wham-O for one million dollars.
Alexander Graham Bell - Biographies and Pictures
Alexander Graham Bell - list of biographies pictures inventions
Alexander Graham Bell - list of biographies pictures inventions
History of Pens and Writing Instruments
From cave paintings to the quill pen - How ink paper and pens were all invented.
From cave paintings to the quill pen - How ink paper and pens were all invented.
The Father of Cool - Willis Haviland Carrier and Air Conditioning
The invention and history of air conditioning - biography of engineer and air conditioning inventor Willis Haviland Carrier.
The invention and history of air conditioning - biography of engineer and air conditioning inventor Willis Haviland Carrier.
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The history behind many famous inventions.
The history behind many famous inventions.
Anton Van Leeuwenhoek - Biography of Anton Van Leeuwenhoek
Anton Van Leeuwenhoek is considered the father of microscopy because of the advances he made in microscope design and use.
Anton Van Leeuwenhoek is considered the father of microscopy because of the advances he made in microscope design and use.