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Event of the day – Social media giving day - July 15

May 16 is celebrated as a National Sea Monkey Day

National Sea Monkey Day celebrates an amazing pet that comes alive when placed in water. Children and adults are fascinated by these creatures, that almost…

Mark Twain was a huge fan of the patent system

Mark Twain was a huge fan of the patent system. He himself filed a patent for adjustable straps for bras. He once said, “A country…

Interesting fact about patents - It is not confirmed who invented the fire hydrant, because its patent perished in a fire at the patent office

It is not confirmed who invented the fire hydrant, because its patent perished in a fire at the patent office.

Interesting fact about patents – Number Of Companies Using The Patent System Is 'Unexpectedly Small'.

Number Of Companies Using The Patent System Is ‘Unexpectedly Small’. In UK, only 1.6% of all registered firms own a UK patent. In US, only…

Interesting Fact about Patents - In 1887, John Boyd Dunlop invented and patented a pneumatic tire for use on his son's tricycle

In 1887, John Boyd Dunlop invented and patented a pneumatic tire for use on his son’s tricycle. However, in 1891, Dunlop’s patent invalidated in favor…

Event of the Day - November 01 is celebrated as World Vegan Day. Here is a patent on non-animal meat casings for preparing sausages

November 01 is celebrated as World Vegan Day. Here is a patent on non-animal meat casings for preparing sausages.

Interesting Fact about Patents – Steve Jobs has been awarded about 200 patents after his death

Steve Jobs has been awarded about 200 patents after his death.