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 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