George Washington Carver

Albert Einstein

Stephanie Kwolek

An Wang

Charles Proteus Steinmetz

Ottmar Mergenthaler

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1. I examined patent applications for a living in Switzerland	WHO AM I? a Washington Carver b Albert Einstein c Stephanie Kwolek d An Wang e Charles Proteus Steinmetz f Ottmar Mergenthaler
2. You might say my inventions were "power"ful	WHO AM I? a Washington Carver b Albert Einstein c Stephanie Kwolek d An Wang e Charles Proteus Steinmetz f Ottmar Mergenthaler
3. My inventions advanced computer technology	WHO AM I? a Washington Carver b Albert Einstein c Stephanie Kwolek d An Wang e Charles Proteus Steinmetz f Ottmar Mergenthaler
4. My "super" invention stops speeding bullets.	WHO AM I? a Washington Carver b Albert Einstein c Stephanie Kwolek d An Wang e Charles Proteus Steinmetz f Ottmar Mergenthaler
5. My invention really made the news!	WHO AM I? a Washington Carver b Albert Einstein c Stephanie Kwolek d An Wang e Charles Proteus Steinmetz f Ottmar Mergenthaler
6. I found a different use for peanuts for almost every day of the year	WHO AM I? a Washington Carver b Albert Einstein c Stephanie Kwolek d An Wang e Charles Proteus Steinmetz f Ottmar Mergenthaler
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George Washington Carver was an agricultural chemist. He invented 325 uses for peanuts.

Albert Einstein, recognized as one of the world's most creative thinkers, worked as a Patent Examiner in the Swiss Patent Office. He was co-inventor for several US Patents, but many of his greatest contributions, including his famous formula: " E=mc² " were not patented.

Stephanie Kwolek invented KEVLAR, a fiber so strong it is used to manufacture bullet-proof vests for police officers and soldiers.

Ottmar Mergenthaler invented the linotype machine, the first major improvement in printing since the invention of the printing press in Gutenberg. His invention made production of newpapers possible in higher volumes and at lower costs than before. It is believed that over 1500 patents have been taken out on improvements to his basic invention.

Charles Proteus Steinmetz was an "electric" personality. His discoveries led to advancement of knowledge about alternating currents and ways to prevent power loss. His research was crucial to the development of the electrical power industry.

An Wang was a leader in the computer industry. His inventions led to storage of information in magnetic memory.