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Genius Inventors Who Died Incredibly Poor

staff@grunge.com (Steven Luna) — Wed, 01 Oct 2025 00:37:00 +0000

The most pivotal inventions in history have also been highly profitable, but the genius of their inventors didn't always stretch to good business acumen.

Ex-NASA Engineer Claims He Conquered Gravity. Here's Why We're Skeptical

staff@grunge.com (S. Flannagan) — Mon, 01 Sep 2025 10:07:00 +0000

After decades of research, an ex-NASA engineer who worked on the Hubble Telescope claims to have made a discovery that would upend our understanding of physics.

The History Of Sewage Is Stinkin' Impressive

staff@grunge.com (Mikael Angelo Francisco) — Thu, 28 Aug 2025 10:07:00 +0000

We may barely give a thought to our toilet waste post-flush, but the history behind the marvels of modern sewers is long, complicated, and just a little gross.

Popular Items That Were Banned From US Schools

staff@grunge.com (Brian Boone) — Fri, 20 Jun 2025 10:07:00 +0000

The playgrounds and classrooms of our youth have seen endless fads sweep through like wildfire, but these popular items were even banned from U.S. schools.

Why Do Semi-Trucks Have Rubber Flaps Behind Their Wheels?

staff@grunge.com (Lauren Kershner) — Sun, 18 May 2025 19:00:00 +0000

At some point, you've probably noticed that semi-trucks have those weird rubber flaps behind their wheels and probably wondered what they're for.

The Record For Slowest Jet Ever Made Goes To This Aircraft

staff@grunge.com (Richard Milner) — Tue, 13 May 2025 15:00:00 +0000

Jets are built for speed. That's kind of the whole point. Yet, out of necessity, the slowest jet ever was created. The record goes to this aircraft.

Why Does Maple Syrup Have Tiny Handles?

staff@grunge.com (Lauren Kershner) — Sun, 11 May 2025 19:00:00 +0000

If you've ever seen a bottle of maple syrup, you might have noticed those tiny, seemingly useless handles. Maybe you even wondered: "What's the point?"

The 6 Absolute Worst Fighter Planes That Existed During WWII

staff@grunge.com (S. Flannagan) — Fri, 28 Mar 2025 15:00:00 +0000

World War II saw huge technological advancements in aviation, but not all of the inventions succeeded. Some of the fighter planes, in particular, were failures.

The Reason Some Semi-Trucks Have Spiked Wheels

staff@grunge.com (Richard Milner) — Thu, 20 Mar 2025 15:00:00 +0000

If you've ever been on the road, whether as a driver or passenger, you might have noticed that some semi-trucks have spiked wheels.

Every Type Of Ballistic Missile Explained

staff@grunge.com (Richard Milner) — Tue, 26 Nov 2024 16:00:09 +0000

Ballistic missiles are powerful weapons of war, but they differ by capabilities, including how far each can travel. Here's an explainer on ballistic missiles.

The Hidden Truth Of Chia Pets

staff@grunge.com (Richard Milner) — Sun, 27 Oct 2024 15:00:24 +0000

Chia Pets' lasting role in American pop-culture owes a lot of their success to clever marketing. Here are the hidden truths behind the product.

What Happened To The Inventor Of The Trapper Keeper?

staff@grunge.com (Andrew Amelinckx) — Tue, 15 Aug 2023 12:08:09 +0000

Functional and stylish, Mead's Trapper Keeper was the quintessential 1980s school binder. Here's what happened to the inventor, E. Bryant Crutchfield.

Where Is Tim Berners-Lee, The Inventor Of The World Wide Web, Today?

staff@grunge.com (Richard Milner) — Fri, 07 Apr 2023 02:45:36 +0000

What happened to Sir Tim Berners-Lee, inventor of the world wide web? He's been relentlessly at work forming business after foundation after institute.

The Greatest Inventions Of 2022

staff@grunge.com (Xan Indigo) — Sun, 27 Nov 2022 18:44:42 +0000

To address the greatest issues of our time, great inventions are required. Here are a handful of the things created in 2022 with the potential to be just that.

The Greatest Inventors Alive Today

staff@grunge.com (Jeff Somers) — Wed, 30 Mar 2022 22:09:19 +0000

It can sometimes seem like the glory days of invention are behind us, but people haven't stopped inventing things. These are the greatest inventors alive today.

Inventions And Discoveries By Women That Men Took Credit For

staff@grunge.com (Petra Godesa) — Wed, 08 Dec 2021 00:23:09 +0000

Due to the distorted lens of history, many women's accomplishments often went unnoticed. These are inventions and discoveries by women that men took credit for.

11 Best Thomas Edison Inventions

staff@grunge.com (Noelle Talmon) — Fri, 22 Oct 2021 04:13:51 +0000

Thomas Edison is probably America's most famous inventor, with his name on over 1,000 patents. Check out some of the best Thomas Edison inventions below.

10 Best Benjamin Franklin Inventions

staff@grunge.com (Sarah Crocker) — Wed, 20 Oct 2021 14:14:22 +0000

From bifocal glasses and the eponymous Franklin stove to the flexible catheter and a spill-proof soup bowl, discover the 10 best Benjamin Franklin inventions.

12 Best Leonardo Da Vinci Inventions

staff@grunge.com (Mikael Angelo Francisco) — Mon, 18 Oct 2021 10:06:04 +0000

Leonardo da Vinci invented many creations that were ahead of their time. Here are a few of the best concepts and inventions from the Italian genius.

12 Best Alexander Graham Bell Inventions

staff@grunge.com (Jeff Somers) — Thu, 14 Oct 2021 13:08:30 +0000

Alexander Graham Bell did more than patent the telephone. From an early metal detector to lifesaving breathing equipment, discover 12 of his best inventions.