Who invented chairlift? We answer: James Curran

Who invented chairlift? We answer: James Curran

The chairlift was developed by James Curran of Union Pacific's engineering department in Omaha during the summer of 1936. Prior to working for Union Pacific, Curran worked for Paxton and Vierling Steel, also in Omaha, which engineered banana conveyor systems to load cargo ships in the tropics.

Who Invented Milk Powder?

Who Invented Milk Powder?

Powdered milk was first made by Russian Doctor Osip Krichevsky in 1802. In developing countries, the use of milk powder has been adopted very quickly due to the expensive transportation and storage conditions of the product. Because it dries milk, which is 87% water on average, making it lighter and thus making it easier to transport and store.

Who Invented the Condom?

Who Invented the Condom?

Charles Goodyear, after whom Goodyear tires are named, had a great influence on the invention of the condom as we know it today.