1874 ⟶ Gustave Trouvé Develops the First Metal Detector

Gustave Trouvé invents the first metal detector.
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📖 Louis Braille Develops Braille Reading System

Louis Braille invents the Braille reading system for the blind.⟶
Louis Braille Develops Braille Reading System (1829)
LiteracyEducationSocial Impact
FranceFrance

💡 Edmond Becquerel Develops Photovoltaic Effect Method

Edmond Becquerel invents a method for the photovoltaic effect, effectively producing the first solar cell.⟶
Edmond Becquerel Develops Photovoltaic Effect Method (1839)
PhysicsEnergy
FranceFrance

🔋 Gaston Planté Invents the Lead-Acid Battery

Gaston Planté invents the lead acid battery, the first rechargeable battery.⟶
Gaston Planté Invents the Lead-Acid Battery (1859)
BatteryElectricityEnergyIndustrial Revolution
FranceFrance

⛏️ Gustave Trouvé Develops the First Metal Detector

Gustave Trouvé invents the first metal detector.⟶
Gustave Trouvé Develops the First Metal Detector (1874)
ElectronicsMetalworking
FranceFrance

💥 Paul Vieille Invents Poudre B Smokeless Powder

Paul Vieille invents Poudre B, the first smokeless powder for firearms.⟶
Paul Vieille Invents Poudre B Smokeless Powder (1884)
Military TechnologyFirearmsWeaponsIndustrial RevolutionDefenseWarfare
FranceFrance

🎥 Léon Bouly's Invention of the Cinematograph

Léon Bouly invents the cinematograph.⟶
Léon Bouly's Invention of the Cinematograph (1892)
Early CinemaPhotographyMotion PicturesTechnology History
FranceFrance