13Monopoly- Elizabeth Magie
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Monopoly was launched by the Parker brothers in 1935 but this game was developed by Elizabeth Magie. She originally invented all the rules of this game. This game was an attempt to determine the issues of capitalism while playing a game. Landlord was the original name of the game and it was patented by her in 1924. Later she sold her patents to Parker brothers.
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14Wireless transmission- Hedy Lamarr
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Hedy Lamarr was an Austrian born Hollywood actress who invented Wi-Fi. Yes, it is true. She was a famous actress and at the same time was an inventor. Together with George Antheil, she discovered a radio guidance system during World War II. But because of the technical difficulties, it was not used until 1962 but her wireless transmission system later helped in the invention of Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.
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15Computer Algorithm- Ada Lovelace
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Ada Lovelace developed the very first computer program. She was the daughter of Ada King-Noel and was a brilliant mathematician and a great inventor. She worked together with Charles Babbage on the analytical engine at the University of London. Using mathematical logarithms, she developed the way to program the machine. Hence we can say that she developed the first computer program.
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16The modern Bra- Caresse Crosby
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This invention by Caresse Crosby was indeed the greatest invention for women across the globe. The idea of modern bra came to her mind in 1910 when she was getting ready for a ball. She put on a corset as usual but this time it poked out from under her gown. Then with the help of a handkerchief and ribbon, she designed the first simple bra. She patented her invention in 1914.
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