1865-1915 Inventions

By kaylahtoussaint

  • Traffic Lights

    In 1868 J.P Knight invented traffic lights which benefited the world entirely because it minimized the amount of accidents and directed traffic.

  • Air Brake

    George Westinghouse invented the Air Brake to allow rail cars to stop more efficiently

  • Telephone

    Telephone
    Alexander Graham Bell invented the telephone in 1876 which helped the way of communication; and his invention had a large effect during this period of time which help shape the future.

  • Crude Metal Detector

    Alexander Graham Bell invented the first crude metal detector in 1880.

  • Toilet Paper

    In 1880, the British perforated company invented a form of toilet paper. This invention helped shape the world by allowing people to properly clean themselves after using the restroom.

  • Motorized Tricycle

    Motorized Tricycle
    Carl Benz was a German inventor who invented the motorized tricycle which was considered as the first "horseless carriage" to be driven by an internal combustion engine.

  • Contact Lenses

    F.E. Muller and Adolph Fick invented the first wearable contact lenses. These contact lenses aided people who have vision problems who didn't want to wear glasses. Over the years contact lenses advanced regarding the color and became incredibly popular.

  • Escalator

    Jesse W. Reno invents the escalator in 1891 which prevented people from having to use stairs and walking long distances.

  • X- Ray

    The X-ray was invented in 1895 by a German Physicist named Wilhelm Conrad Rontgen. This invention helped doctors have a clear view of whats going on in the patients body especially when they are injured.

  • Synthetic Bristles Hairbrush

    Synthetic Bristles Hairbrush
    Lyda Newman was the inventor of the first hair brush that contained synthetic bristles.

  • Vacuum Cleaner

    Vacuum Cleaner
    Hubert Cecil Booth invented the first vacuum cleaner in 1901. This invention help thoroughly clean carpets without the hassle of sweeping it.

  • Gillette Razor

    King Camp Gillette invented the double-edged razor in 1901 which helped men shave facial hair easier to have a more cleaner look.

  • Air Conditioning

    Air Conditioning
    The first air conditioner was invented in 1902 by Willis Carrier. During hot weather the air conditioner helped people cool down in their homes.

  • Polygraph

    James Mackenzie invented the first polygraph or lie detector in 1902. This invention helped detectives as well as other people to uncover the truth.

  • Airplane

    Airplane
    Two brothers by the name of Orville and Wilbur Wright invented the first airplane. The invention generally was used as a way to transport mail faster but eventually it was used to transport people to and from long distances in a reasonable amount of time without stops.

  • Windshield Wipers

    Mary Anderson invented windshield wipers in 1903 as a useful way to help drivers navigate through minimal or extremely hazardous weather safely.

  • Colour Photography

    Auguste and Louis Lumiere invented the first color photography in 1904.

  • Audio Radio Broadcast

    Radio broadcasting was first conducted by Reginald A. Fessenden. He was able to broadcast entertainment and music to a general audience.

  • Electric Washing Machine

    The first electric washing machine was invented in 1908 by Alva J. Fisher.

  • Zipper

    Gideon Sundback was the inventor of the modern zipper. This invention helped the world greatly by securing clothes and keeping undergarments or clothes from being shown.