Microsoft patented a cool multi-axis or multi-pivot hinge (armadillo hinge) for computing devices. The patented hinge rotatably secure portions of the computing device. This is…
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NASA has invented a soundproof panel for aircraft engines
People living or working in buildings near airports may soon be free from the loud sounds from airplanes. NASA has invented a soundproof panel for aircraft…
Microsoft seems to have invented the best earphone ever!
Life is too short to listen to bad earphones! Headphones/earphones are available in various configurations. However, the over-ear headphones and in-ear earphones when worn by…
Ford invents a flexible sheet to protect passengers during oblique impacts
Ford consistently scores high on various car safety ratings. This result of constant innovation to make cars more safe. This week they have patented a…
On May 8, 1925, Donald Bradner and Oglesby Nicholas patented a process of producing smoke clouds from moving aircraft - This Day in Patent History
The smoke producing liquids are dropped from an aircraft, wherein the liquid reacts with one or more of the constituents of the air or atmosphere…
On May 7, 1878 Joseph Winters received patent for a wagon-mounted fire escape ladder - This Day in Patent History
Winters noticed that firemen had to take ladders off of their wagons to climb to windows, rescue people, and spray water on fires. He thought…
On May 6, 1851 John Gorrie received a patent for an ice-making machine - This Day in Patent History
On May 6, 1851 John Gorrie received a patent for an ice-making machine. He was an early pioneer in the invention of the artificial manufacture…
This Day in Patent History - On May 5, 1809 Mary Kies became the first women to get a patent. It was for a process for "weaving straw with silk or thread"
The patent was signed by President James Madison. Kies’ technique proved valuable in making cost-effective work bonnets. The first lady Dolly Madison was so pleased…
This Day in Patent History - On May 4, 1943, aviation pioneer Igor Sikorsky received a patent for helicopter controls
On May 4, 2016, aviation pioneer Igor Sikorsky received a patent for helicopter controls. He was born in Russia. He immigrated to the United States…