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The hot comb was an invention developed in France as a way for women with coarse curly hair to achieve a fine straight look traditionally modeled by historical Egyptian women. [44] However, it was Annie Malone who first patented this tool, while her protégé and former worker, Madam C. J. Walker , widened the teeth.
Some names such as Marie Curie and Ada Lovelace are widely known, many other women have been active inventors and innovators in a wide range of interests and applications, contributing important developments to the world in which we live. [2] [3] The following is a list of notable women innovators and inventors displayed by country.
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The dishwasher, chocolate-chip cookies, and the first version of the Monopoly board game were all created by women. Skip to main content. Sign in. Mail. 24/7 Help. For premium support please call: ...
On International Women’s Day, here’s a look at some of the most important inventions created by women
In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re giving credit where credit is due, and highlighting 10 products made by women.
Lasse Hessel (1940–2019), Denmark – female condom; George de Hevesy (1885–1966), Hungary – radioactive tracer; Ronald Price Hickman (1932–2011), U.S. – designed the original Lotus Elan, the Lotus Elan +2 and the Lotus Europa, as well as the Black & Decker Workmate; Rowland Hill (1795–1879), UK – postage stamp
First female pilot for a commercial airline in North America 1976 Emily Howell Warner: First woman to become an American airline captain. [26] [27] 1978 Judy Cameron: First female pilot hired to fly for a major Canadian carrier . [28] 1984 Svetlana Savitskaya: First woman to space walk. [29] 1991 Sony Rana