Noah Cushing patented the washing machine in Quebec, Canada.
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Swiss engineer George de Mestral patented velcro.
Englishman John Walker invented modern-day wooden matches that create a flame through friction.
Inventor Harvey Hubbell patented the popular light bulb with a pull chain.
The plastic shirt collar was patented in the US by Walter Hunt.
Inventor Hamilton Smith received his patent for his rotary washing machine.
