Respecting Scientists - George de Mestral – Velcro Finally, a valuable lesson in resourcefulness. Swiss engineer George de Mestral was taking a morning stroll through the countryside in 1941 when he noted
Stand 47 - DISCOVER WHAT MADE THE FUTURE: Velcro The invention of velcro is a wonderful example of nature inspiring invention. In 1941 George de Mestral was walking through the park and
Celesta, IIT Patna - Story #7: Velcro Inventor: George de Mestral Year: 1941 What happened: In 1941, Swiss engineer George de Mestral went for a hike in the Alps with his dog.
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