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silk thread weaving method - Mary Kies
Mary Kies' invention of a method of weaving silk thread improved the production of hats and textiles, making these products more accessible. It was also an example of female innovation in a male-dominated era. -
lifeboat - María Beasley
Maria Beasley's lifeboat, invented in 1882, improved safety on ships, saving lives in shipwrecks and emergencies. -
Camera - George Eastman
George Eastman's camera in 1888 made photography accessible to everyone, allowing people to capture and share important moments in their lives. -
The radio – Guglielmo Marconi
Radio, invented by Guglielmo Marconi in 1895, helped people of the time by allowing them to receive news, music and entertainment quickly and from a distance, connecting people from different places. -
Aspirin - Dr. Félix Hoffmann
Aspirin changed people's lives by being an effective remedy to relieve pain and fever, improving their well-being and health in an accessible way. -
The modern syringe - Letitia Geer
The modern syringe was a very useful invention for the society of the time, since they had less risk of infections. -
Monopoly - Elizabeth Magie
Monopoly helped people of the time understand the effects of monopolies and property by teaching economic lessons in a fun way and promoting social interaction. -
The airplane - Hermanos Wright
The airplane, invented by the Wright Brothers in 1903, helped people of the time by making travel much faster and connecting distant places more efficiently, facilitating trade and transportation. -
The windshield wiper - Mary Anderson
The windshield wiper, invented by Mary Anderson in 1903, improved safety by allowing drivers to see clearly during rain, making travel safer. -
Plasticss - Leo Baekeland
In 1907, Leo Baekeland invented Bakelite, the first synthetic plastic, transforming industry and making everyday products like radios and telephones more accessible.