Well-Bucket. (open access)

Well-Bucket.

Patent for a well bucket with a float attachment to prevent the bucket from hitting the bottom of the well and stirring up sand or mud.
Date: July 30, 1907
Creator: Thomas, Eliga Moran
System: The Portal to Texas History
Shock-Absorber. (open access)

Shock-Absorber.

Patent for a shock absorber for motor vehicles that have springs systems extending transversely to the vehicle body. The shock absorber is designed to absorb and break the sudden movements of the vehicle enabling an easier ride than would otherwise be possible.
Date: October 30, 1917
Creator: Williams, Robert Sears
System: The Portal to Texas History
Vehicle Tire (open access)

Vehicle Tire

Patent for non-pneumatic vehicle tires.
Date: January 30, 1917
Creator: Fitzharris, Frank
System: The Portal to Texas History