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Who
Invented What When
Here's a handy book that tells you about many of the worlds cleverest inventions
and the people who created them.
Who invented what when by
David Ellyard is a useful reference book. The author gives us examples of
inventions from 1500 to the present day. These include innovations like the
stethoscope, photocopiers, radar, steam engines, blood transfusion, satellites,
cash registers, ultrasound, microchips, and even potato chips.
The author keeps things simple. Explanations are not too technical. There is an
index for inventors and another for inventions. There is also a timeline showing
inventions in various fields over time. The author ends with a section where he
ponders the future of technology.
Who invented what when is for use in the library only.
Did you know?
Hedy Lamarr
Hedy Lamarr was a Hollywood star in the 1930s & 1940s, but she was also an
inventor. During World War II she co-invented a device which prevented enemy
jamming of remote-controlled torpedoes.
This technology helped pave the way
towards today's wireless communication.
Have a look at our
eResources to find out more
interesting facts about inventors & inventions. Check out our online resources
like Biography Resource Center, Encyclopaedia Britannica, Virtual Reference
Library and many others.
Websites
Early locomotive illustration
InventorSpot.com has information on new inventions
and innovations.
IPONZ (Intellectual Property Office of New
Zealand)
Find out about intellectual property rights regarding inventions. For instance,
learn how to get a patent and search existing patents.
Who
Invented What When
