NASA
Chess (the board game) was created by NASA
FALSE - India
Originating in India around the 6th century CE, Chaturanga evolved into modern chess.
The mathematical concept of 0 (zero) was invented by ancient Indians
TRUE
Invented by ancient Indian mathematician Aryabhata, the concept of zero revolutionized mathematics and science.
The Internet was invented by the US Department of Defense
TRUE
Originally developed by the U.S. Department of Defense's ARPA (now DARPA) to maintain communications during a nuclear attack, it evolved into the modern internet.
Plastic Bank Notes were first introduced in Australia
TRUE
Introduced by the Reserve Bank of Australia and CSIRO in 1988, these notes are more durable and secure than paper ones
Velcro was inspired by nature?
TRUE
Swiss engineer George de Mestral invented Velcro after noticing how burrs stuck to his dog’s fur using tiny hooks.
Cordless Tools were invented by NASA
TRUE
NASA worked with Black & Decker to create battery-powered tools for space missions, which inspired modern cordless drills and vacuum cleaners.
The decimal system was invented by Indians
TRUE
The base-10 number system, including place value notation, was developed in India and later transmitted to the West via Arab scholars.
WiFi was developed by the Military
FALSE - Australia
Developed by scientists at CSIRO in the 1990s, this breakthrough in wireless data transmission is now used in billions of devices worldwide.
Black Box Flight Recorders were invented in Australia
TRUE
Invented by Dr. David Warren in the 1950s, this device records flight data and cockpit audio, crucial for investigating aviation accidents.
Airplane design was inspired by nature?
FALSE
While birds inspired the idea of flight, the Wright brothers' actual design was based more on engineering principles and wind tunnel testing than direct imitation of bird flight.
GPS was invented by NASA
FALSE - US Military
Created by the U.S. military for navigation and targeting, GPS is now essential for everything from smartphones to aviation and logistics.
Freeze-Dried Food was invented by an Indian
FALSE - NASA
To preserve food for space travel, NASA popularized freeze-drying, which is now common in camping and emergency food supplies.
Microwave Ovens were invented by the Military
TRUE
Radar technology used during WWII led to the discovery of microwave cooking, eventually resulting in the microwave oven.
Iron & Steel originates from Australia
FALSE - India
Ancient India produced high-quality steel known as Wootz, which was exported and admired globally, especially in the Middle East.
The wheel was inspired by nature?
FALSE
Often assumed to be inspired by rolling objects in nature, but there’s no natural analog to the wheel. It was a purely human invention.
Camera Phones were developed by NASA
TRUE
Miniature cameras developed for space missions contributed to the technology used in modern smartphone cameras.
Duct Tape was invented by an Indian
FALSE - Military
Invented during WWII to seal ammunition cases, it became a household staple for repairs and DIY projects.
Yoga was originally a Military exercise
FALSE - Indian
A spiritual and physical discipline that originated in ancient India, now practiced worldwide for health and wellness.
Mass Production of Penicillin was first implemented in Australia
FALSE - US Military
Though not invented by the military, the U.S. military played a key role in scaling up penicillin production during WWII, saving millions of lives.
Self Cleaning Surfaces were inspired by nature?
TRUE
The lotus leaf’s ability to repel water and dirt led to the development of self-cleaning coatings for glass and fabrics.
Infrared Ear Thermometers were developed by NASA
TRUE
These thermometers use infrared technology developed for measuring the temperature of stars and planets.
Spray-On Skin was created by an Indian
FALSE - Australian
Created by Perth-based Dr. Fiona Wood, this innovation helps burn victims heal faster by spraying lab-grown skin cells onto wounds.
Memory Foam was invented by the Military
FALSE - NASA
Originally developed to improve the safety of aircraft cushions, it’s now widely used in mattresses, pillows, and even shoes.
Google Maps was originally developed in Australia
TRUE
Originally developed by Sydney-based startup Where 2 Technologies, it was later acquired by Google and became the foundation of Google Maps.
Eyeglasses were inspired by nature
FALSE
Though some animals have excellent vision, eyeglasses were not inspired by animal eyes—they were developed through experimentation with lenses and optics.