Windshield Wiper by Mary Anderson (1903)
- Year invented: 1903
- Invented by: Mary Anderson
- Type of device: Windshield wiper
- Features: Lever-operated, spring-loaded rubber blade
- Impact: Revolutionized the way that vehicles were driven in inclement weather, improving safety and visibility
Mary Anderson’s invention of the windshield wiper in 1903 revolutionized automotive safety and convenience by improving visibility in inclement weather, making it easier for drivers to avoid collisions and other hazards. Her windshield wiper is considered to be one of the most important automotive inventions of all time.
Top 10 Groundbreaking Inventions by Female Innovators in History
Men have always dominated science and inventions, big names like Thomas Edison – Inventor of the Bulb, Nikola Tesla – Inventor of the and AC current, Alexander Graham Bell- Inventor of the Telephone are remembered by many people, but people forget to notice female inventions like Monopoly by Elizabeth “Lizzie” Magie, solar-powered house by Maria Telkes and many more.
In this article, we are going to see some unnoticed female inventors and their inventions.