Abstract
The subject of invention is discussed with a view to increasing the number and value of inventions.
The relation between research and invention is explained with a plea that research should be so conducted that more valuable inventions will be forthcoming.
The various incentives to invent are listed, and the usual important steps actually required in making inventions are enumerated in a manner that will enable others to follow them.
The important steps in reducing an invention to practice are given for the guidance of those interested.
Some illustrations from the author's experience show how simple is the process of inventing when there is an incentive.
The present trends and future needs for invention in different fields are discussed under the headings of (a) products and processes, (b) communications, (c) transportation, and (d) power and heat.
The sifting out of facts in the engineering field results in only the good and useful surviving. The question is posed as to why facts within the area of human relations cannot be dealt with in a similar manner.
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