Daily Facts about Patent

1928

Inventor Jesse Langsdorf receives a patent for the clip-on tie, introducing a practical alternative to traditional neckties.

1904

American inventor and engineer John Ambrose Fleming is granted a patent for the vacuum tube, a pivotal advancement in electronics.

1903

The Wright brothers receive a patent for their flying machine, a significant milestone in aviation history.

1876

Inventor Dorr Eugene Felt receives a patent for the Stillson wrench, a vital tool used in plumbing and pipefitting.

1797

Nathaniel Briggs patents a washing machine, simplifying laundry chores.