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Howstuffworks Edison did a lot in the name of scientific exploration ... but elephant murder??
Why did Thomas Edison electrocute an elephant?
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You may have heard of Topsy the elephant and her sad demise at the hands of Thomas Edison. But what's the real story?
116 months ago
Howstuffworks Internet fans adore Tesla and his inventions, this much is true. But who is the best at identifying his quotes from Edison's words?
Quiz: Who Said It — Tesla or Edison?
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Thomas Edison and Nikola Tesla changed the way that we use energy. Though the two were focused on the same field, and even worked together for a time, they were also bitter rivals. See if you can match the quotes to the right inventor.
119 months ago
Howstuffworks Happy National Inventors' Day! Celebrated in honor of Thomas Edison (born February 11, 1847) and his 1000+ patents — or thefts, depending on which internet camp you're in.
10 Inventions by Thomas Edison (That You've Never Heard Of)
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It's common knowledge that Thomas Edison invented the incandescent light bulb and the phonograph, but did you know he also developed concrete furniture and a phone to communicate with the dead?
121 months ago
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Atlas Obscura Examines the Friendship Between Thomas Edison and Henry Ford Through Edison’s Last Bre
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Atlas Obscura founder Dylan Thuras examines the friendship between Thomas Edison and Henry Ford through Edison’s last breath in an episode of their series 100 Wonders. A vial said to contain …
124 months ago
Howstuffworks Why did Edison end poor Topsy's life?
Why did Thomas Edison electrocute an elephant?
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You may have heard of Topsy the elephant and her sad demise at the hands of Thomas Edison. But what's the real story?
125 months ago
Howstuffworks Why did Edison end poor Topsy's life?
Why did Thomas Edison electrocute an elephant?
science.howstuffworks.com
You may have heard of Topsy the elephant and her sad demise at the hands of Thomas Edison. But what's the real story?
128 months ago
Lifehacker The Intel Edison's a cool device, but it's a little complicated to get started.
Where to Get Started with the Intel Edison
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The Intel Edison is a DIY electronics board that we haven't talked a lot about here on Lifehacker, but is incredibly popular for internet of things projects. It's a little confusing at a glance, so Instructables user DangerousTim put together a begin Read more ... ner's guide that covers the basics of setting it up.
133 months ago
Alevo Thomas Edison is still known today as one of the world’s most influential innovators. Edison’s innovations including the phonograph, the motion picture camera, and a practical electric light bulb have dramatically impacted life around the world. Read more ... Did you know that Thomas Edison also built the first power plant, and in 1882 his Pearl Street Power Station sent electricity to 85 buildings. Thomas Edison was born on February 11, 1847. Today would have been his 168th Birthday.
134 months ago
Alevo Thomas Edison is still known today as one of the world’s most influential innovators. Edison’s innovations including the phonograph, the motion picture camera, and a practical electric light bulb have dramatically impacted life around the world. Read more ... Did you know that Thomas Edison also built the first power plant, and in 1882 his Pearl Street Power Station sent electricity to 85 buildings. Thomas Edison was born on February 11, 1847. Today would have been his 168th Birthday. #ThomasEdisonBirthday #alevo #innovators
134 months ago
TIME Photo See how Edison helped develop the technology behind the very first motion pictures.
The 19th-Century Kinetoscope 'Movies' That Thomas Edison Helped Develop
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'Edison' premieres on Jan. 27
134 months ago