Have you ever heard someone use the term, chindōgu? This Japanese term literally translates to unusual tool. These are tools that might be useful and work, but they are strange and impractical. Kenji ...

Discover the 25 strangest patents ever filed, from anti-eating masks to pet rock leashes. Explore the USPTO's most bizarre ...

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With hits like the Dyson Airwrap, Stanley ice cube trays, and the Ninja Creami, innovation in the 21st century is at an all-time high. Many of these inventions stand out for their clever design or ...

When we think of wearables, the first things that come to mind are smartwatches and smart rings. But wearables weren’t invented in the 21st century. Humans have long attached weird little gadgets to ...

Hundreds of thousands of patents are issued by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office for new inventions every year. Some of these creations, such as the lightbulb, personal computer, and automobile, ...