Given the world-changing success of radio in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, it’s no wonder that so many scientists, physicists, and engineers have been credited with its invention.

Lee de Forest (1873-1961), the inventor of the "Audion" tube, who liked to call himself the "Father of Radio." De Forest grew up in Talladega, Alabama, where his father was the white president of ...

The stage for commercial voice and music broadcasts was set. A steady stream of inventions pushed radio forward. In 1907, American inventor Lee De Forest introduced his patented Audion signal ...

If you’re curious about what was invented the year you were born, RS Components compiled a fascinating list, which we’re ...

A loose wire touching the steel frame of an office building caused it to act as a giant radio receiver, allowing callers to ...

Jenkins was ready to move on to his next idea. He invented a television system he called “Radio-vision.” Jenkins was the first to transmit moving images over the airwaves when he broadcast 10 ...

Trevor Baylis campaigned to make theft of intellectual property a white-collar crime The inventor of the wind-up radio, Trevor Baylis, has died aged 80, the manager of his company has confirmed.

We've gathered eight incredible inventions below to showcase just some of the innovative designs that take accessible and inclusive sports to the next level. Using the power of technology ...

Bloomberg / Getty Images World-changing inventions like the printing press, the radio, and the internet opened new ways for people to communicate and share knowledge. In many cases, blockchain ...

Ever wonder how we ended up with the Electoral College? A new virtual reality experience lets you get inside the 1787 debate over how a U.S. president should be elected.