I invented the cordless extension cord.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker created a device that defeats its own purpose.
- In plain terms
- I made a cord that doesn't need to plug in.
- What can you take from it?
- Some inventions solve problems that do not exist.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What useless inventions exist?
- How do you define a real problem?
Another view
It is impossible by definition, limiting practical use.
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