Wind turbines are most efficient when their blades are at a specific pitch angle relative to wind speed.

The High Dam of Aswan created Lake Nasser.

Fact #1538 · Technology

The dishwasher automated dish cleaning.

Fact #1590 · Technology

Bubble wrap was originally invented as textured wallpaper before finding its packaging purpose.

Fact #3807 · Technology

The Panama Canal uses a system of locks to lift ships.

Fact #1532 · Technology

The elevator made tall buildings more practical.

Fact #1567 · Technology

The mechanical clock improved timekeeping accuracy.

Fact #1565 · Technology

Velcro was invented in 1941 by Swiss engineer George de Mestral after he noticed burrs sticking to his dog's fur.

Fact #4370 · Technology

Amazon ships approximately 1.6 million packages per day.

Fact #3946 · Technology