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What are some bizarre, unlikely inventions that have been lost to history?

Asked by TexasDude (25274points) December 13th, 2009

The late Victorian/Early Edwardian era seemed to be the Golden Age of weird inventions and sketchy contraptions. Like this early “radar” designed to detect incoming planes, or this home electro-therapy kit.

What are some weird inventions that you know of that have been lost to history?

Alternatively, do you know of any ideas or inventions that were once considered quackery that are now commonplace?

Or do you know of any inventions that were once commonplace which are now considered questionable?

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