People

Every figure named across the archive, correctly credited or otherwise.

Correctly and widely credited as Velcro's inventor.

Designed the interlocking-tooth mechanism used in every modern zipper.

Refined the alembic still design that underlies the modern pot still.

Popularly credited as the inventor of the paperclip.

Holds the first patent for the mirrored disco-ball-style sphere, under the name 'Myriad Reflector.'

Patented the 'Backless Brassiere' in 1914, widely cited as the start of the modern bra era.

Discovered the polyurethane chemistry underlying modern foam.