The sweeping machine (vacuum cleaner) was patented in Chicago, US, by Ives W. McGaffey.
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Swedish-American inventor John Ericsson patented the screw propeller design.
The first sewing machine was patented in the US.
Thomas Gibson and James Mcgrath patented a steerable sled.
The first US fire extinguisher patent was granted to Alanson Crane, Virginia.
Johannes Ostermeier patented the flashbulb for cameras.
