What Do These Things Have In Common?

  •  Computer Program
  • Fire Escape
  • Life Raft
  • Medical Syringe
  • Safety Device For Elevators
  • Windshield Wiper
  • Circular Saw
  • Dam and Reservoir Construction
  • Engine Muffler
  • Kelvar – a steel-like fibre used n radial tires, crash ehlmets and bullet-proof vests.

….. They were all invented by women. There are numerous more inventions by women; in fact the list of women inventors is possibly as long as their male counterparts.  However,  during the 19th Century women were not able to patent their inventions in their own name. Their legal rights were virtually non-existant so had to rely on their husband’s or father’s help….. and their inventions would be patented in their names…. you can read more on Women Inventors Here.

 

Augusta Ada Byron

From the above list, the women inventors are ……

Computer Program -Augusta Ada Byron -1842

Fire Escape – Anna Connelly – 1887

Life Raft – Maria Beaseley -1882

Medical Syringe – Letitia Geer – 1899

Safety Device For Elevators – Harriet Tracy -1892

Windshield Wiper – Mary Anderon – 1903

Circular Saw – Tabitha Babbit – 1812

Dam and Reservoir Construction – Harriet Strong – 1887

Engine Muffler – El Dorado Jones – 1917

Silver Screen Actress Hedy Lamarr was also an inventor. Read about the invention of Spread Spectrum Technology

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  1. Wow, This was so interesting. I had no idea. Amazing. Thank you! I also appreciate your visit to my “house.” Please visit again anytime!