Thomas Alva Edison patented almost 1,300 inventions in his lifetime!
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The blueprint for a floating city has just been approved by the largest port construction and design company in China. It's entirely self-sustainable, and extends underwater.
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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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Energy is being wasted if a toaster is left plugged in after use.
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Car airbags kill 1 person for every 22 lives that they save.
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Jumbo jets use 4,000 gallons of fuel to take off.
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Any modern jet is capable of breaking the sound barrier.
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A fully loaded supertanker traveling at normal speed takes a least twenty minutes to stop.
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