Monday, February 28, 2011

Patent Office has been fee-funded since 1990, but Congress has diverted more than $800 mil to other federal programs http://ow.ly/455zo
@cnbc Ron Popeil, "America's Inventor", overcame tragedy and bankruptcy to become a part of every American household. http://ow.ly/45gjW
Patent Office has been fee-funded since 1990, but Congress has diverted more than $800 mil to other federal programs http://ow.ly/457qp
British invention lets pins be attached to wafer die


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Senate to debate patent reform bill that opponents say favors larger corps in race to secure new ideas & technology. http://ow.ly/455yL
Robotic inventions built by the Engineering students of the Adamson University http://ow.ly/4514y
Jaramillo brothers hope for home run with new baseball invention for catchers and first-basemen http://ow.ly/450T4
The invention of an AIDS test is a big deal, and it takes a lot of time, smarts and money to develop a good one. http://ow.ly/44za6
AN Australian company is helping to conserve diesel through after-market fuel systems that cut greenhouse gas emissions. http://ow.ly/44zcL
Today in 1984 Donald Mauldin received a patent for a knee brace. http://ow.ly/44z3a

Sunday, February 27, 2011

Arab American engineer gets patent for invention http://ow.ly/44gs9
Patent Fact of the Day:
Today in 1900 Felix Hoffman patented acetyl salicylic acid aka aspirin. http://ow.ly/44cjg
USA based Tribotek Inc. filed patent application for systems and method for connecting electrical components http://ow.ly/448UQ

Saturday, February 26, 2011

USA based Carrier Corporation filed patent application for method and apparatus for power generation using waste heat. http://ow.ly/448Py
inventor has built a new energy source that can provide enough electricity for a small house http://ow.ly/448HO
Open Minds Exhibition Puts Student Invention On Display
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Celebrity I#nvention: Lawrence Welk's Accordian-Shaped Ashtray
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Happy Birthday Herbert Henry Dow: Born today in 1866 he was the American chemist, industrialist & a pioneer who founded @dowchemcial (1898)
Connected cars are hitting the consumer market in a price bracket that makes them a realistic option for many. http://ow.ly/43XSB
How to shed light into the work our universities are doing to manage tax-payer funded university IP portfolios http://ow.ly/43VLK
Today in 1870 The first New York City subway line opened. The short-lived line was pneumatic powered http://ow.ly/43SLJ
Happy Birthday @LeviStraussCo: Born today in 1829 Strauss was the German-American inventor and manufacturer of jeans http://ow.ly/43SFJ

Friday, February 25, 2011

Identification tags that could help an individual to stay organized when using several power cords or wires http://ow.ly/43yf9
Young @Oxford minds have an inventive day out
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Local inventor to face Dragons :Penetanguishene native Claude Moreau pitching street luge on @DragonsDen
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Today in 1927, a convo between parties in San Fran, California & London established a new telephone long distance record of 7,287 miles.
InventHelp Client Patents “Tow Tag” - Invention Could Offer Solution to Organize Wires http://ow.ly/43hAb
Belfast firm makes light of airline's problems with invention and innovation
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Invention Fact of the Day: Today in 1902 John Holland was granted a patent for a submarine. http://ow.ly/43bRy

Thursday, February 24, 2011

New Method of Hearing Testing Introduced by PHSI and Audigence http://ow.ly/42PSo
Thunderbolt might sound like a character from a Marvell comic, but if you're serious about your gadgetry, it's a term to get familiar with http://ow.ly/42PWF
Space shuttle Discovery blasts off on its final flight after problem with range safety adds last-minute drama http://ow.ly/4331q
Thanks for the tweet @westcuisine @greatvendingloc @utah_newspapers @daisyk63 @ovrnews http://ow.ly/431e7 Would you use GoGoDrinks?
We salute you tortilla chip inventor Rebecca Webb Carranza in Los Angeles during the 1940′s. http://ow.ly/42Q4t
Thomas Newcomen: Born today in 1663 he was the English inventor of the world's first successful atmospheric steam engine http://ow.ly/42Qtv
Anyone going to watch the launch of the final discovery shuttle mission ?
Invention harvests wasted process energy
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Local inventor building a solid foundation for success
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Monday, February 21, 2011

Oroville Inventor reaches new heights: International magazine features his product
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U.S. Sets 21st-Century Goal: Building a Better Patent Office http://ow.ly/40A2t
New MacBook Pro Trademark Filing Points to Something New http://ow.ly/40A0j
BodyMedia Fit Helps in the Quest to Become the Biggest Loser http://ow.ly/40Apn
Today in 1865, @JohnDeere received a patent for ploughs http://ow.ly/40yH5
The world’s most complex Rubik’s cube - with over 1,500 segments - has left even its inventor baffled.
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Meet the Indian inventor who has 42 patents http://ow.ly/40wjv
Student invention aims to help blind http://ow.ly/40vmd
Mid-Hudson woman's bus-mirror invention could save lives http://ow.ly/40oTZ

Sunday, February 20, 2011

The 6 Craziest Inventors of All Time http://ow.ly/3ZiOe who do you think had the most guts?
7 Inventions Under $5 That Made Millions http://ow.ly/3ZgIx
Invention Fact of the Day: Today in 1872 Luther Crowell patented a machine that manufactured paper bags http://ow.ly/3ZkFQ

Saturday, February 19, 2011

Friday, February 18, 2011

American Innovation: 13 Born-in-the-USA inventions http://ow.ly/3ZgBP
Happy Birthday Harry Brearley: Born today in 1871 the English metallurgist who invented stainless steel, alloy of steel, chromium & nickel.
Attention INPEX® Exhibitors: Inventors University™ Seminar Time Change http://ow.ly/3ZiKU RT via @invention_show
New InventionGirl Blog: Wrist Band Sends Warning to Hearing-Impaired http://ow.ly/3Zid3
Patent Fact of the Day: Today in 1879 Auguste Bartholdi was granted a design patent for the Statue of Liberty. http://ow.ly/3Z4iA
Teresa Stanek Rea Takes Post as Patent Office Deputy Director http://ow.ly/3Z3iG
InventHelp Client Patents “D.A.R. Radio” -- Invention Could Provide User with Content Control http://ow.ly/3Z0L4
Inventor website InventorSpot shut its online forums down citing lack of resources to police spam from self-promoters. http://ow.ly/3Z0yz
@Angelcare_baby Deluxe Movement Sensor With Sound Monitor Detects Your Baby's Slightest Movements http://ow.ly/3Yyoq
Angler Turned Inventor Wins West Marine's $10,000 Prize for the BlackTip Catch & Release Recompression Tool http://ow.ly/3Yw6I

Thursday, February 17, 2011

Hiram Percy Maxim died today in 1936: American inventor and manufacturer remembered 4 the "Maxim silencer" gun attachment.
"The world hates change, but it is the only thing that has brought progress." - Charles Kettering http://ow.ly/3YhrJ
The simple invention that’s helping stretch heating budgets http://ow.ly/3YxP5
Tonight on Got Invention Radio
Joan Lefkowitz, president of Accessory Brainstorms Inc http://ow.ly/3YthY
Happy Birthday René Laënnec:Born today in 1781 he's the French physician who invented the stethoscope, considered father of chest medicine
Any parents out there use The Angelcare Deluxe Movement Sensor With Sound Monitor? http://ow.ly/3YykZ
10 Craziest Cleaning Inventions via @oddeeblog http://ow.ly/3Yt6X
Andrew J. Moyer died today in 1959: American microbiologist who invented a method for mass-producing penicillin. http://ow.ly/3YvGr
A luxury we often take for granted is the ease of washing clothes. Today in 1827 Chester Stone patented a washing machinehttp://ow.ly/3YeKB
An invention needs a purpose. It has to solve a problem. Students Unveil Inventions, Aim For District Title http://ow.ly/3YdTG
Museum of Science honors New England inventions http://ow.ly/3YdOC

Wednesday, February 16, 2011

Any road warriors out there that would use the "Trucker's Foot Comfort"? http://ow.ly/3XxKR
Today in 1932, the first patent for a fruit tree, the seventh plant patent in the U.S., was granted to James E. Markham for a peach tree
InventHelp Client Patents “Trucker’s Foot Comfort” - Invention Could Provide Solution for Truck Driver Needs
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Tuesday, February 15, 2011

Stephen Baldwin sues Kevin Costner over Gulfoilspill invention http://ow.ly/3WOle
"saving the earth, one beer at a time," all inventor Eric Fitch knew about home brewing was that it could make a mess.http://ow.ly/3WOqD
Sarah's invention helps drinkers to know their limit http://ow.ly/3WPxF
Professor Hofbauer's new opposed-piston opposed-cylinder (opoc) two-stroke engine has unprecedented power density: http://ow.ly/3WKO2
Anyone have any Erector Set stories or pictures of their creations they want to share? http://ow.ly/3X63z
Sir James Dyson - process of patenting an invention is like his innovative vacuum cleaner: It sucks. http://ow.ly/3WKGK
EcoMotors Engine Offers Fuel Economy With Better Design - and No Compromise in Power or Performance http://ow.ly/3WKAe
Galileo Galilei: Born today in 1564 he applied new techniques of the scientific method to make significant discoveries http://ow.ly/3WQ0c
InventHelp’s Invention Girl is writing this post from Toy Fair 2011! http://ow.ly/3WKvD
Today in 1972 William Kolff obtained a patent for the soft shell mushroom shaped artificial heart. http://ow.ly/3WKsv

Monday, February 14, 2011

Dragons' Den Looking for Young Entrepreneurs http://ow.ly/3WfXz
Inventor of the ugliest shoee ever "Uggs" Shane Stedman happy to trade dollars for surf http://ow.ly/3WdT2
EcoMotors Engine Offers Fuel Economy With Better Design - and No Compromise in Power or Performance http://ow.ly/3W6Q1
Breaking News! @discoverRB has just signed on to conduct a private product search at INPEX® 2011! http://ow.ly/3W5R5 @invention_show
Today in 1978, the first "micro on a chip" was patented by Texas Instruments
Happy Valentine's Day Everyone!
Check out some popular Valentine's Day Innovations http://ow.ly/3VYmC

Sunday, February 13, 2011

Apple Wins First Patent for Ping, New Paint Brush Feature + http://ow.ly/3TuhZ
Today in 1979 Charles Chidsey received a patent for male baldness solution.

Saturday, February 12, 2011

Just before Valentine’s Day, Harlequin Books is hoping to obtain a patent on the very foundation of the romantic holiday http://ow.ly/3ViqD
Multiple OLED Display Patents Surface from Apple http://ow.ly/3Tunc
Can you help a local inventor create a perpetual motion machine?
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One of our Clients Patents “Harold’s Walking Aid” - Invention Could Offer Convenient Solution for Cane Users http://ow.ly/3Vi40
Chikutan Sticks Purify Your Cocktails http://ping.fm/7viM6
Today in 1983 The circular thing that keeps the pizza from hitting the inside of the box top "package saver" was invented http://ow.ly/3TUpz
Today in 1974 Stephen Kovacs received a patent for a magnetic heart pump.
Today in 1974 Stephen Kovacs received a patent for a magnetic heart pump.

Friday, February 11, 2011

Picture screw invention wins Peterborough leg of Bear's Lair investment capital competition http://ow.ly/3TtlW
Apple Considers New Hovering Capabilities for Future iOS Displays http://ow.ly/3TunX
International Patent Filings Recover in 2010 http://ow.ly/3Tod6
Has InCube Labs Chairman Mir Imran invented a breakthrough weight-loss device for the obese?
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Today in 1973 National Inventor's Hall of Fame was founded -- on the anniversary of Thomas Edison's birth in 1847. http://ow.ly/3TU90
Iran's Prez has praised innovating efforts of Iranian inventors, urging amendments to the law on invention registeration http://ow.ly/3Tjz5

Thursday, February 10, 2011

Patent Reform Act of 2011: An Overview http://ow.ly/3UakN
So Sad: Motorola Wants to Save You from Big Brother Apple http://ow.ly/3Tuqf who will be victorious in the tablet battle?
Ex-engineer hopes invention takes off http://ow.ly/3U98R
Today in 1863, the first U.S. patent on a fire extinguishing system for buildings was granted to Alanson Crane http://ow.ly/3U8Av
The FDA Approves Imaging Diagnostics App for the iPhone http://ow.ly/3TuoS
Today in 1863, Dubois Parmelee patented an "Improvement in Artificial Legs" using a custom-moulded suction cup for stump http://ow.ly/3U7Yf
London's inventions mapped http://ow.ly/3U1PG think this will make it easier to learn about the history of Invention and Innovation?
Driving invention to the next level http://ow.ly/3U7yB
Learn more about the @INPEX 2011 Open Innovation Conference: http://ow.ly/3TED6 - this looks like a GREAT opportunity! RT via @mapdynamics
Today in 1874, Lewis H. Latimer received his first U.S. patent for his invention of a water-closed for railroad cars http://ow.ly/3TTXz
Today in 1976 Sidney Jacoby was granted a patent for a combination smoke and heat detector alarm. http://ow.ly/3TTzA
30th anniversary of the Post-it Notes invention, publishers talk with original inventor to tell real story http://ow.ly/3Tt7d eyeopenr

Wednesday, February 9, 2011

Born today in 1883 this American Inventor was the first to patent miniature golf http://ow.ly/3TufY Follow the link if you know the answer
INPEX 2011 Open Innovation Conference Speakers @kraftfoods @generalmills @gsk @google @JNJStories @ideastogo @amway http://ow.ly/3TdHN
8 Jules Verne Inventions That Came True http://ow.ly/3Tj3e Which one of Verne's predicitions is most surprising to you?
Our Open Innovation Conference will bring together top notch open innovation leaders and advanced practitioners http://ow.ly/3T8RG
Robert Hope-Jones: Born today 1859 was the British-American organ builder whose innovations created the theatre organ http://ow.ly/3TuKi
@Apple has plans to one day insert itself in between cell phone network providers and smartphone owners http://ow.ly/3TsnU gamechanger
The Seven Deadly Sins That Choke Out @Innovation http://ow.ly/3TanS RT @fastcompany
Ray Kurzweil "Jeopardy match between IBM computer & past champions will be seen as threshold in artificial intelligence" http://ow.ly/3TjMj
Soapy solution: Rancho Bernardo inventor makes washing hands fun http://ow.ly/3TcGI
The Hydrant invention to help people be able to drink when bed ridden was honoured at the Nursing Times Product Awards http://ow.ly/3Ta1B
Let's reinstill the power of the inventive spirit by celebrating science fair winners as much as Super Bowl champs. http://ow.ly/3T9z0
InventHelp & INPEX to Hold 2011 Open Innovation Conference: Leadership to accelerate the innovation-to-market cycle. http://ow.ly/3T8Uk

Tuesday, February 8, 2011

Patents give inventors a period of market exclusivity for their inventions in exchange for disclosing their new inventions to the public.
Young local inventors take top honors at Edison Inventors Fair http://ow.ly/3SFnV
Are Patents a Double-Edged Sword? Perspective Matters http://ow.ly/3SH7p
What measures can spacefaring nations undertake to address Patent rights and flags of convenience in outer spaceproblem? http://ow.ly/3SnYC
Growing nanolasers on a silicon surface invention could lead to new class of much more efficient microprocessors. http://ow.ly/3SJ5R
Are Patents a Double-Edged Sword? Perspective Matters http://ow.ly/3SxZB
Kids get creative at Invention Convention
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Invention Fact of the Day: Today in 1916 Charles Kettering received a patent for a self-starting automobile engine. http://ow.ly/3SmwU
While an agreement addresses patent rights on the ISS, future space commercialization efforts could be jeopardized http://ow.ly/3SnUX
New Invention Girl Blog -
Unique Wallet Will Only Open For You http://ping.fm/UIC2N
Podcast Interview with Inventor Roger Brown who gets his Ideas Licensed by Spending Less than $100 http://ow.ly/3RNEK

Monday, February 7, 2011

Insulated bottle maker fights off competitors with innovation http://ow.ly/3RKIb
Harvey Firestone died today in 1938 & was the American industrialist who developed straight-side pneumatic tyres used on the Model T Fords.
If our innovation motor is broken, what should we do now? http://ow.ly/3RYIH
Nurse’s invention will help asthma sufferers http://ow.ly/3RPw3
Cheryl Perkins of Innovationedge to Speak at The Invention & New Product Exposition in Pittsburgh Inpex @invention_show http://ow.ly/3ROPv
RT @Disalmanac Today in 1804 John Deere, pioneer manufacturer of agricultural implements was born http://ow.ly/3RPcJ innovation inventor
Canon Continues Its History of Innovation with 2,543 New Patents in 2010, first ever for Japanese Company http://ow.ly/3RKnv
Fundtech Wins Financial-I Innovation Award for Payment Processing http://ow.ly/3RKiP
Matt MacEwan and Nalin Katta won the Olin Cup for an invention that can replace the protective covering of the brain. http://ow.ly/3RQGV
Did you know Monopoly was invented today in 1935? A billion have played,even more have tried to copy the Monopoly Man's awesome moustache.
Happy Valentine’s Day! Take Advantage of our “Sweetheart Special” in February! http://ow.ly/3RHmZ

Saturday, February 5, 2011

Anyone have a job working in small spaces and run into problems transporting tools and other materials? http://ow.ly/3QmXg

Friday, February 4, 2011

Today in 1913, patent #1,052,270 "demountable tire-carrying rim" Louis Henry, for first automobile tire rim to be removed and remounted.
Today in 1890, Thomas A. Edison was issued a U.S. patent for a "Quadruplex Telegraph" (No. 420,594). http://ow.ly/3Qoc8 invention
Mother's invention a big hit http://ow.ly/3QqNj Snappy Socks appear on DragonsDen
A milk bottle made chiefly from paper being trialled by UK’s supermarket chains as part of its sustainability strategy http://ow.ly/3Qvjg
Ideal for use by construction workers, plumbers, electricians, the Caddy Rover invention frees hands from holding tools. http://ow.ly/3QlaJ
CALLING ALL CREATIVE KIDS AND YOUNG INVENTORS: PBS to kick off student 'trash to treasure' invention contest http://ow.ly/3QDca
The Bolton Pillow Case invention has surface that can be cleaned in seconds with an antibacterial wipe between patients http://ow.ly/3Qu1R
Franklin Institute recreates da Vinci's workshop http://ow.ly/3QsZ6
A quick reminder to all you designers out there, the 2011 IDEA Awards registrations are about to close http://ow.ly/3QwrT
Today in 1941 Roy Plunkett received a patent in for "tetrafluoro-ethylene polymers" (TEFLON) http://ow.ly/3QnpP inventor
USPTO and EPO Reach Agreement on Principles of Cooperative Patent Classification System
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Today in 1824 J. W. Goodrich introduced the world to the first rubber galoshes.
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On of our client's received a patent for the “Caddy Rover” - Invention Could Offer Hands-Free Tool Carrier Solution http://ow.ly/3Ql5h
The patent system "added the fuel of interest to the fire of genius, in the discovery and production of new and useful things." A. Lincoln

Thursday, February 3, 2011

Inventor pushing on-wheel inflation pump design http://ow.ly/3PyYv
Apple shows continued interest in touch iMac with adjustable stand http://ow.ly/3PFfw
New Invention is a simple idea backed by stem cell research, which allows victims of severe burns to heal in merely days.http://ow.ly/3PRpP
Advances in Synthetic Biology: What Does a Malaria Drug Have in Common With Fueling Your Vehicle? http://ow.ly/3PSRd Innovation invention
Advances in Synthetic Biology: What Does a Malaria Drug Have in Common With Fueling Your Vehicle? http://ow.ly/3PSRd Innovation invention
Today in 1879, the first practically usable incandescent filament electric light bulb was demonstrated by what inventor? http://ow.ly/3PFOI
Another great interview with Audrey Buck Inventor of Easy Blackout Blinds via tara @ideasuploaded http://ow.ly/3PPH0
Leamington diver hoping invention becomes essential gear http://ow.ly/3PCL6
Student's Invention Takes Off by Keeping Hands Off Doors http://ow.ly/3PFEn
Teen's Invention Keeps Cyclists Dry: Whiz Kid of the Week won the Trash to Treasure contest for his MiBike creation. http://ow.ly/3PCHb
Constantly maintaining asphalt roads VS efficient solar-powered glass roads. Where would you like your tax dollars to go? http://ow.ly/3PyL0
"Anything that won't sell, I don't want to invent. Its sale is proof of utility, and utility is success." - Thomas Edison.

Wednesday, February 2, 2011

Apple Wins Patents for iPhone Conferencing & Telephonic MacBook http://ow.ly/3P8qi
Apple Imagines 3-D Multitouch Everywhere http://ow.ly/3P7iF Invention Patent Innovation http://ow.ly/3P7jS
Glendale twins invent Buggie Bag ATV cover http://ow.ly/3P7bS
Today in 1893, the first-ever movie close-up was filmed at Edison's studio in NJ, film shows comedian Fred Ott sneezing. http://ow.ly/3ORUX
One of our inventor clients designed a modified & more effective clothes dryer using less energy and reduce risk of fire http://ow.ly/3OPVB
Necessity inspired the invention of the abacus as the need grew to count higher than fingers and toes. http://ow.ly/3P5xC
Patent History of the Day: Today in 1965 Alfonso Alvarez received a patent for "dual-vent windows".
Invention History of the Day: Today in 1869 James Oliver invented the removable tempered steel plow blade http://ow.ly/3OQdG
InventHelp Client Patents “The Clothes Butler” Invention Would Help Dry Clothes More Effectively While Using Less Energy http://ow.ly/3OPlJ
"A country without a patent office and good patent laws ... couldn't travel any way but sideways or backwards." - Mark Twain.

Tuesday, February 1, 2011

Court Awards Blendtec Largest Infringement Damages in Utah State History
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'Cornell Dots' that light up cancer cells go into clinical trials http://ow.ly/3O4BC innovation Inventor
Univeristy of Pitt team grows arteries with most elastic protein reported, big step for living vascular grafts UPMC http://ow.ly/3OaIv
Horizon Discoverysecures exclusive licence to homologous recombination inventions from University of Minnesota http://ow.ly/3O73r
Today in 1983 Matthews, Tansil and Fannin obtained a patent for a digital voice mail system
Voice of the Customer Leads to "Re-#Invention" of Earthmoving Scrapers at Titan EMD http://ow.ly/3O4wE
Where next for the patenting of medical inventions in the EU? http://ow.ly/3Ojw0
The Beer Industry's Mad Inventor http://ow.ly/3OoTH
Today In 1793, Ralph Hodgson of Lansingburg, NY, patented oiled silk.
RT @ideasuploaded "Plastic Invention Competition 2011" Thanks for another great article Tara http://ow.ly/3O6AD
Telebrands to Hold Inventors Day Product Search http://ow.ly/3O5VU
Today in 1959, Texas Instruments was issued a patent on the integrated circuit.
Neonode Issued US Patent and Trademark for Touch Screen Technology http://ow.ly/3O3Zo
"People think of the inventor as a screwball, but no one ever asks the inventor what he thinks of other people." - Charles Kettering.
Fingertip sensitive robot to boost competitiveness http://ow.ly/3O3Xw
Head over to our FB page and share your videos and experiences using the @AirHogs Hawk Eye Camera Copter http://ow.ly/3Oe3q
San Rafael man invents device to deter laundry thefts http://ow.ly/3O3VC
New INPEX® Open Innovation Conference Announced http://ow.ly/3O3Rs Inventors Inventions
researcher develops new technology software giving Android smartphones ability to directly connect without mobile carrier http://ow.ly/3O40C
A cheese grader for your bar soap? "Ingeniously Green: Invention Stops Bar Soap From Getting Icky and Slimy" http://ow.ly/3O3Hk
In 1893, inventor Thomas A. Edison completed work on the world's first motion picture studio, his "Black Maria," in West Orange, New Jersey.
Latest from InventHelp News :Air Hogs Hawk Eye Radio Control Video Camera Helicopter
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