#inventions and patents

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Overlooked No More: Beulah Henry, Inventor With an Endless Imagination

This article is part of Overlooked, a series of obituaries about remarkable people whose deaths, beginning in 1851, went unreported in The Times. From the time Beulah Henry was a child in the late 19th century, she dreamed of ways to make life easier. That impulse would eventually drive her to secure dozens of patents and would earn her a nickname: Lady Edison. When she died in the early 1970s,…

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Patent Drawing for K. Lange's Double Bicycle for Looping the Loop

Record Group 241: Records of the Patent and Trademark OfficeSeries: Utility Patent Drawings

208. VELOCIPEDES.

Frames

199.670

No. 790,063 Patented May 16, 1905.

K. Lange.

Double Bicycle for Looping the Loop.

Application Filed Mar. 24, 1904

Fig. 1

[figure of a person sitting on a bicycle with a second bicycle testing upside down on the person's back]

Fig. 2

[illustration of the bicycle on a flat plane and on a curved surface where it goes upside down]

Witnesses:

F. A. Stewart

C. E. Mureany

Inventor:

Karl Lange

Edgar Tate & Co.

BY

Attorneys

Passed Oct. 28-04

[left side] Double Bicycle for Looping the Loop Karl Lange Filed Mch 24 04 no. Model 063

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National Inventors Month 🔌💡🥽

The National Archives holds numerous patent records in our Catalog—documents that showcase American creativity and ingenuity. Let's dive into some fascinating inventions together! 💡

⚓ Kicking off #NationalInventorsMonth with a 19th-century innovation!

Check out H.P. Griswold’s "Submarine and Torpedo Boat" patent drawing, a bold vision for naval technology.

Explore: https://catalog.archives.gov/id/7451873

🐷 From underwater to the barnyard, next up is a patent for a pig muzzle invented by Fred Eiffert. Inventors dreamed big (and small) in the 1800s.

See the full document: https://catalog.archives.gov/id/594413

💨 Imagine staying cool before electricity was common! This 1830 invention by James Barron shows a fan moved by mechanical gears, an early step toward modern cooling.

Check it out: https://www.docsteach.org/documents/document/drawing-of-fan-moved-by-mechanism

🚗 Dreams of driving? H.W. Libbey patented an "Automobile Vehicle" in 1899, part of the era's rush to design new forms of transportation. Libbey was also known for his work on early electric-powered designs! ⚡🔌

Explore the design: https://catalog.archives.gov/id/7369159

🎒🏕️ Last but not least: a true multitasker!

An improved knapsack, litter, and tent combined—perfect for soldiers on the move.

See the invention: https://www.docsteach.org/documents/document/drawing-of-improved-knapsack-litter-and-tent-combined

This May, we’re celebrating the creativity and determination behind America’s inventions.

Explore even more historic patents and designs preserved by the National Archives: https://www.archives.gov/research/patents

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Darkwing has several of his moves copyrighted. The patents, however, are still pending.

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Okay this is getting fucking ridiculous, and I need to do some goddamn damage control.

I get unreasonably crotchety during the summer, and get the temptation to post salt like you wouldn't believe. Containment measures are required.

I'm inventing the fucking tumblr salt shaker so I can just shove all that shit in the replies to this post and not harass my followers and mutuals with negativity.

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Sarah Boone (née Sarah Marshall; 1832 – 1904) was an African-American inventor. On April 26, 1892, she obtained United States patent number 473,563 for her improvements to the ironing board. Boone's ironing board was designed to improve the quality of ironing the sleeves and bodies of women's garments. The ironing board was very narrow, curved, and made of wood. The shape and structure allowed it to fit a sleeve and it was reversible, so one could iron both sides of the sleeve.

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Ice Cream

Before Nancy Johnson’s invention, ice cream was made by hand, requiring manual beating of the mixture and using ice and salt to lower the temperature.

In 1843, Nancy Johnson (1794–1890) revolutionized the process by designing a device featuring a tin cylinder with a crank and internal blades that stirred the cream while it cooled.

Her machine allowed the ice cream to freeze faster and with a smoother texture, improving the quality of the treat.

Johnson patented her invention in 1843 under the number US3254A, but due to a lack of resources to mass-produce the machine, she sold the patent to William Young.

Young played a significant role in popularizing the machine, and Johnson’s design laid the foundation for ice cream machines that would be used for many years to come.

Her invention paved the way for the mass production of ice cream, transforming it from a luxury reserved for the elite into a beloved dessert enjoyed by people everywhere.

While her name may not be as widely known today, Nancy Johnson's contribution to the culinary world remains a lasting one, with her hand-cranked machine still serving as a nostalgic method for making homemade ice cream.

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I don't know where the urge to infodump about something I'm passionate about ends and the urge to be an obnoxious "um, actually...." guy begins

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Stamford and Watson go for a ride on a tandem bicycle and talk about Holmes

(Tandems were first available from 1889, with patents for similar ideas from a few years earlier. Assuming Holmes and Watson met in 1881 in this series, like they are supposed to have in the books, then how is there a tandem already?)

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Patent Drawing Sheet Size Requirements: Navigating Global Patent Office Standards

Patent drawings are the visual backbone of any patent application, and understanding the precise sheet size requirements can mean the difference between a smooth application process and frustrating rejections. Different patent offices worldwide have specific guidelines that inventors and patent professionals must carefully follow to ensure compliance.

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Global Patent Office Sheet Size Standards

United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)

Acceptable Sizes:

US Letter (8.5 × 11 inches)

A4 (210 × 297 mm)

Preferred Format: US Letter for domestic applications

Margin Requirements:

Top: 2.5 cm

Left: 2.5 cm

Right: 1.5 cm

Bottom: 1 cm

World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)

Mandatory Size: A4 (210 × 297 mm)

Strict Adherence: No alternative sizes accepted for international (PCT) applications

Consistent Global Standard: Most international patent offices follow WIPO guidelines

Key Considerations for Sheet Size Selection

Factors Influencing Sheet Size Choice

Patent filing jurisdiction

Type of patent application (utility, design, plant)

Complexity of technical illustrations

Reproduction and scanning requirements

Specific Requirements by Patent Type

Utility Patents: Multiple views may require careful layout planning

Design Patents: Consistent scaling across all standard views

Plant Patents: Sometimes allow color drawings or photographs

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Using non-standard paper sizes

Incorrect margin measurements

Inconsistent scaling across drawings

Inadequate white space around illustrations

Best Practices for Sheet Size Compliance

Always confirm current requirements with specific patent office

Use professional drafting software with built-in templates

Maintain consistent drawing quality across all sheets

Ensure clear, reproducible line work within specified margins

International Filing Considerations

For PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) applications, A4 is the universal standard

Some countries may have slight variations in margin requirements

Digital submissions increasingly supporting standardized formats

Tools and Resources

Recommended Drafting Software:

AutoCAD

Adobe Illustrator

SolidWorks

Visio

Online resources from USPTO and WIPO for current guidelines

Conclusion: Precision Matters

Navigating the intricate world of patent drawing requirements can seem daunting, but meticulous attention to detail – especially sheet size and formatting – is crucial. By understanding and implementing these guidelines, inventors can significantly improve their chances of a successful patent application.

Remember, a well-prepared patent drawing is not just a technical requirement; it's a powerful tool for clearly communicating your innovative ideas to patent examiners and protecting your intellectual property.

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They should invent a boyfriend that I can cuddle with at any hour. The hour being now.

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Patent Drawing for G. Marconi's Wireless Telegraphy

Record Group 241: Records of the Patent and Trademark OfficeSeries: Utility Patent Drawings

No. 786,132

PATENTED MAR. 28, 1905

G. MARCONI.

WIRELESS TELEGRAPHY

APPLICATION FILED OCT. 13 1903

FIG 1

(drawing of invention)

FIG 2

(drawing of invention)

Fig 3.

(drawing of invention)

Witnesses

Frank S Obur

Delos Sivedin

Inventor:

Guglielmo Marconi

By his Attorneys

Betts Betts Sheffield Betts

Sept 28 1904

(in handwritten text on left margin)

Guglielmo Marconi Wireless Telegraph

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despite franky's need for the government to not notice him due to his work, his hobbies probably bring more attention than he intends

still grinding on silly comics, but feeling a hankering to draw something else so gonna pause, enjoy dumb random joke

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Удобное кресло-трансформер 👍

Это кресло разработано с учетом обеспечения максимального комфорта для пользователей. Мне понравилось 100% 🙄

* Comfortable transformer chair This chair is designed to ensure maximum comfort for users.

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