Design and Engineering

Ashbourne is known for receiving a patent for a biscuit cutter, the cutter had a board to load and unload biscuits easily

Frederick McKinley Jones was a successful American inventor and entrepreneur. He patented more than 60 inventions over his life time in a number of divergent…

Morgan patented several inventions which included an improved sewing machine, traffic signal lights

Granville T Woods was a successful American inventor, he dedicated his life’s work to developing a variety of inventions many related to the railroad industry.

Blair was an African American farmer who patented two devices designed to help boost agricultural productivity

A hairdresser by trade, she received a patent for an improved model of hairbrush in 1898. She also fought for women’s right to vote, working…

Marie Van Brittan Brown was the inventor of the first home security system

In 1976 Kenner patented an attachment for a walker or wheelchair that included a hardsurfaced tray and a soft pocket for carrying items. She and…

Matthew A Cherry invented several devices that helped revolutionise the transportation industry.

Sarah Boone was an African American dressmaker who made her name by inventing the modern ironing board.

Sarah E Goode was one of the first African American women to be granted a patent by the US Patent and Trademark Office for her…

Dr Thomas Elkins played a significant role in supporting the Underground Railroad in Albany, New York during the 1840s and 1850s