Compound microscope was invented in 17th century. As to who invented the compound microscope is a question of controversy. There are three persons who claim to have invented it; Hans Lippershey, Zacharias and Hans Jansen and Giovanni Faber. The microscope was originally invented by Galileo who called it “Little Eye” but Giovanni Faber renamed it […]
Who invented diesel engine?
Dr. Rudolf Diesel invented the diesel engine in the year 1897. He was mechanical engineer by profession and belonged to Germany. The diesel engine is a compressed–ignition engine that works with a piston which compresses air and injects oil-based fuel into the superheated air, causing spontaneous combustion of the fuel. The main advantage of this […]
Who invented camera?
Johann Zahn designed the first camera in 1685
Who invented internet?
The development of internet started in1957 when the first satellite Sputnik was launched by the Soviet Union. The team of experts set to work as the Americans felt the need of network system for security. Defense Advance Research Project Agency was set up in 1958 to work and save the country from missile attacks. Joseph […]
Who invented light bulb?
The first light bulb was invented in 1809 by Sir Humphry Davy. He started working on his project in 1801. He ran electric current through two platinum rods which could not stay for long. He then changed to charcoal rods, they too were not of much help as the light produced was intense and utilized […]
Who invented alternating currents?
Nikola Tesla, a scientist of the 20th century takes alternating currents to his name. He was not involved with the scientist community as he did not get along with his co scientists. FBI took over his notes and documents which were sealed in 80 trunks for National security purposes after his death. His family could […]
Who invented DVD?
DVD is abbreviated for “digital video discs” and then “digital versatile discs”. It is a multi –application disc formatted for read only, recordings and rewriteable applications used for video, data storage, games and audio applications. No single person can claim to have invented DVD’S. The DVD evolved from the CD in the year 1993. It […]
Who invented microwave?
Dr. Percy Spencer invented microwave in 1946 while testing magnetron for radar system. Spencer was working with Raytheon Corporation on his project when he discovered that a sweet candy placed in his pocket melted due to rapid temperature rise. The other day he tried and tested the same with popcorns and then with an egg, […]
Who invented airplane?
It is hard to believe that the airplane was invented just hundred years back and today it has become part and parcel of the human life. In the late 1800s Orville and Wilbur Wright were the men who dreamt of inventing the airplane. In 1900 they tested their first glider at Kitty Hawk. For the […]
