Fun Facts

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As we continue to celebrate Women’s History Month, we celebrate Hedy Lamarr (Hedy Kiesler Markey) for her Secret Communication System patent (US Pat. No. 2,292,387) issued on August 11, 1942. Lamarr was inspired to help the war effort by designing a jam-proof radio guidance system used for torpedoes. In order to give the patent more credibility, Lamarr used her married name as the inventor. #womenshistorymonth #patentfunfacts #bigiplaw

May 17, 1988 (US Pat. No. 4,744,360). Dr. Bath’s method uses lasers to remove cataracts from the eye in a less-invasive way, helping to restore or improve vision to millions of patients worldwide, making it one of the most important developments in the field of ophthalmology. #womenshistorymonth #healthyeyes #patentfunfacts #bigiplaw

In honor of Women’s History Month, we celebrate the first patent issued to a woman – Mary Dixon Kies. Kies was awarded a patent on May 5, 1809, for her process of weaving straw with silk or thread enabling her to make and sell unique hats. Sadly, the patent file was destroyed by fire in 1836.

However, Kies paved the way for female inventors in the United States!

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Child’s Play has helped over 180 hospitals and nearly 200 shelters. The charity was started in 2003 in response to the negative portrayal of video games and gamers in the media. The first Amazon Wishlist created garnered over $250,000 in cash and toys for Seattle Children’s Hospital – and the charity has kept growing and giving.

Sometimes, it’s just the little things that can make a person’s day – and remember - a smile is always free! Today, as we celebrate #randomactsofkindness day, the Behmke Innovation Group’s team would like to share some of our acts of kindness.

As February 5th marks the halfway point for winter, why not dig out your fondue pot and make some chocolate fondue to celebrate #nationalchocolatefondue day!