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  1. Nov 2, 2022 · In 1840, British scientist Warren de la Rue developed an efficiently designed lightbulb using a coiled platinum filament in place of copper, but the high cost of platinum kept the bulb...

  2. Nov 22, 2013 · Learn how the light bulb evolved from early experiments with electric currents to modern energy-efficient technologies. Discover the contributions of Edison, Swan, Sawyer, Man, Langmuir and others to the invention of the light bulb.

  3. Explore the history of the light bulb and discover who really invented it with BBC Science Focus Magazine.

  4. Jul 18, 2023 · Learn about the history of the incandescent light bulb, from its precursors to its practical breakthrough by Thomas Edison. Find out how Edison beat his competitors and became the iconic inventor of the light bulb.

  5. Aug 27, 2022 · Learn how Thomas Edison improved on the work of previous inventors like Warren de la Rue and Joseph Swan to create the first practical incandescent bulb in 1879. Discover the challenges and breakthroughs of finding the right filament and enclosing it in a vacuum or glass bulb.

  6. Mar 16, 2019 · Learn about the history of the lightbulb, from its first electric arc lamp in 1809 to its modern incandescent and fluorescent versions. See who invented the lightbulb and how it evolved over time.

  7. Nov 9, 2009 · Learn about Thomas Edison, the prolific inventor who created the incandescent light bulb, the phonograph, the alkaline battery and other innovations. Find out how he overcame his hearing loss, built a research lab and competed with Nikola Tesla.