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The Edison Screw Base Transforms the Lamp Industry

Named after its inventor Thomas Edison, the Edison Screw Base was patented in 1881 and became the most popular light bulb base in America.

The base is a right-hand threaded metal base which screws into matching

Reunion Tower, also known locally as "The Ball," was completed on February 2, 1978, and instantly transformed the Dallas skyline - especially

Sir William Ramsey, a pioneering chemist and Nobel laureate, is often hailed as the father of noble gases. His groundbreaking work in

Often times, the technological advancements in lighting come from the developments in new and innovative products. However, they also come from the

Humans have had an enduring fascination with tanned skin for years. It is well documented and dates back to the earliest of

Mount Rushmore, an iconic symbol of American history and patriotism, stands majestically in the Black Hills of South Dakota. While it is

It’s very fitting that we close out National Inventors Month, with the celebration of the remarkable invention of Nick Holonyak, Jr. whose

In honor of National Inventors Month, we celebrate the remarkable contributions of Narinder Singh Kapany, often referred to as the "Father of

During National Inventors Month, we not only pay tribute to the inventors who were the first to create breakthrough lighting technologies, but

During National Inventors Month, we pay tribute to the inventive spirit of individuals who have transformed the lighting business, often in the