At age 11, Benjamin Franklin invented the world’s first swim fins using wooden oval planks. He also invented bifocal lenses, the lightning rod, and the first odometer. He did not patent any of his inventions. At age 11, Benjamin Franklin – already an avid swimmer – invented the world’s first pair of swim fins. The […]
Swim fins are used for water sports and exercise, increasing speed and leg muscle strength. Leonardo da Vinci and Giovanni Borelli were early inventors, while Benjamin Franklin created wooden foot paddles. Louis de Corlier designed the first rubber fins, improved by Owen Churchill who started Churchill Swim Fins. Today, fins are available in various colors […]
Pageant flippers are false front teeth used by children in beauty pageants to hide imperfections in their front teeth. They are individually made and can be expensive, but are important for presenting a perfect smile. Some people object to their use, but they are common in glitz competitions. Pageant flippers are the false front teeth […]
