The Queen Mary - the grandest vessel of her day - had many of her vital components made by car manufacturer Skoda!
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Thomas Alva Edison patented almost 1,300 inventions in his lifetime!
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There’s an internet-enabled jacket which gives you a “hug” every time a Facebook friend likes your status.
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A toaster uses almost half as much energy as a full-sized oven.
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The American Automobile Association was founded for the sole purpose of warning motorists of police speed traps!
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An airplane mechanic invented Slinky while he was playing with engine parts and realized the possible secondary use for the springs.
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