PITTSBURGH, Aug. 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- "I wanted to create a new handsfree back washer to assist in cleansing the back while showering," said an inventor, from Bremerton, Wash., "so I invented THE ...

From water pumps to musical automatons, Ismail al-Jazari's extraordinary machines ranged from practical to playful, delighting farmers and kings alike. A miniature from al-Jazari’s Book of Knowledge ...

Scientists deal with the new and surprising on an almost daily basis, and sometimes these discoveries can lead to inventions, such as a new molecule, process or an original device. Improvements, even ...

PITTSBURGH, June 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- "I thought there could be a more efficient way to refill washer fluid when needed, similar to filling your tank with gas," said an inventor, from Aurora, Colo ...

PITTSBURGH, April 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- "I thought there should be a way to combine washing and drying machines into one unit for optimum convenience of operation," said an inventor, from Flint, ...

PITTSBURGH — Patients at UPMC Children’s Hospital got a special visit from some superheroes on Friday. We spotted Superman, Batman, Captain America and Spiderman taking a break from fighting crime to ...