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9 inventions by women that changed the way we live

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Windshield wipers

Invented by Mary Anderson in 1903, windshield wipers are essential for safe driving in rainy conditions.
 

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First algorithm

Ada Lovelace wrote the first algorithm intended for a computer in the mid-1800s, which laid the foundation for computer programming.
 

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Home security

Developed by Marie Van Brittan Brown in 1966, her system laid the groundwork for the home security technology we use today.

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Diaper

Invented by Marion Donovan in the 1950s, this innovation made parenting much more manageable.
 

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First compiler

Grace Hopper developed the first compiler, which translated written language into computer code, a crucial step in software development.
 

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Sanitary pads

Mary Beatrice Davidson Kenner's design revolutionized menstrual hygiene with a more comfortable and effective solution.
 

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Burn treatment cream

Dr Patricia Bath developed a method for treating burns, enhancing medical care and recovery.
 

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Paper bag

Margaret E Knight’s design for a flat-bottom paper bag is widely used in shopping and packaging.
 

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Modern brassiere

Caresse Crosby (Mary Phelps Jacob) invented the modern brassiere, offering a more comfortable and practical alternative to traditional corsets.

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