Inventor Elisha Otis acquired a patent for a steam engine for elevators.
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The first recorded potato chip was created by chef George Crum in Saratoga Springs, New York.
Inventor Percy L. Spencer patented the Microwave Oven.
Inventor Alan Clark was granted his patent for the telescope.
Karl Benz patented the gasoline-operated motor car.
Inventor John Hyatt registered cellulose nitrate (celluloid) as a trademark.
