It was invented in a GE l
It was invented in a GE laboratory in Connecticut in 1943, while scientists were searching for a synthetic rubber substitute* for use by the American military. However, little use was found for the substance and GE sold the rights to it to Peter Hodgson in 1949, who produced it as a novelty item for adults and later as a toy for children. It was used by astronauts aboard Apollo 8 to secure tools and is an example of a viscoelastic fluid. FTP, name this children's toy which is produced by Binny and Smith and can still be purchased in its ubiquitous red, egg-shaped container.
It was invented in a GE laboratory in Connecticut in 1943, while scientists were searching for a synthetic rubber substitute* for use by the American military.
Silly Putty