On a rainy day in Detroit, a Ford engineer got confused, then soaked—and inspired. It took decades before he got any credit.

The incredible story behind the Moylan Arrow, the unassuming yet ingenious invention that transformed the humble fuel gauge.

In recent years, there have been some incredible new inventions that use state-of-the-art technology and the latest innovations. However, there have also been some very simple inventions that have ...

The Battle of Britain was one of the great turning points of WWII. The air battle -- fought largely over Southern England -- was a vital victory for the Allies. From a morale point of view, it proved ...