Alexander Miles patented the automatic opening and closing elevator.
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Engineer Alva J. Fisher patented the electric washing machine.
Alexander Graham Bell applied for a patent for the telephone.
The Wright Brothers were granted a patent for their 'flying machine' after applying for it three years earlier.
Inventor Elisha Otis acquired a patent for a steam engine for elevators.
Benjamin Franklin announced his invention of bifocal eyeglasses.
