Velcro wallets are casual wallets made of nylon or other materials with Velcro strips to keep them closed. They come in tri-fold or bi-fold styles and are secure and less bulky than other wallets, but can be noisy and attract lint. Velcro wallets are a popular style of wallet used to store money, credit cards, […]
Velcro sneakers are sports shoes with velcro straps instead of laces, designed for sports but popular as casual footwear. Invented in 1941, Velcro gained widespread acceptance in 1978 when international patents expired. Velcro slippers were popular in the mid-1980s and are still popular with seniors. When purchasing Velcro shoes, check the quality of materials and […]
Industrial Strength Velcro® is a stronger version of the regular hook and loop fastener made by Velcro Industries BV. It is 50% stronger, has a better adhesive, and is waterproof. The invention was inspired by the cocklebur and was patented in Switzerland in 1951 by Swiss engineer George de Mestral. While it has not replaced […]
Velcro was invented in 1941 by Georges de Mestral after noticing the sticking power of burrs. NASA began using Velcro in the 1960s. Other accidental inventions include weatherproof rubber, Coca-Cola, and Viagra. Velcro was invented in 1941 through an accidental discovery while hiking. Georges de Mestral created Velcro after noticing the sticking power of burrs […]
