14 Patents From 2013 That Could Change The World!

  There were more than 4,500 hundred patent applications filed in 2013, here are 14 that could change the world forever...  

Google's Electronic Throat Tattoo

 

 

It's uncertain what exactly Google will use this technology for (Rumors have covered everything from lie detectors to a Google Glass add-on) but whatever the case, it'll probably be something awesome.

 

An Umbrella With Solar Panels

 

  Not really sure how effective this thing is going to be in the rain, but if you're one of those people that uses an umbrella to block out the sun, this thing is a no brainer.  

The SmartWig

 

Sony wants to create a hairpiece that can do things like check your blood pressure and give you directions. Genius.

 

This Pancake Flipper

 

  This is by far the best way to make a pancake!  

This Adult-Toy/Exercise Ball

 

  Sex and exercise put together?!? This is an absolute game-changer!  

JP Morgan's Bitcoin Competitor

 

Even though the word "Bitcoin" isn't mentioned once in this 18,000-word patent application, a “method and system for processing Internet payments using the electronic funds transfer network” is clearly a Bitcoin competitor.

 

Money Emails

 

Does it get any easier than this?

 

This Ceiling Fan Duster

 

  How in the world hasn't this been invented yet? This is the only way you should every try to dust your ceiling fan.  

Peer-To-Peer Location Service

 

  Google filed a patent to know where everybody is at all times via mobile devices. Sounds like fun!  

A Glove-Shaped Beer Insulator

 

  Clearly the coolest beverage holder ever! What more do you need?  

Ok, Maybe This Snake Mug Is Cooler

 

  Nothing says "You're a badass!" like drinking a mocha latte out of a snake mug.  

A Pet Hammock

 

  This thing is going to give rise to the laziest generation of pets the world has ever seen!  

A Helmet That Looks like A Hat

 

  This could make helmets cool and save a bunch of lives, but it probably won't.  

3D Imaging Display

 

 

  Everybody is hopping on the 3D bandwagon, so it's only fitting to see Samsung there.   All images courtesy of the United States Patent  and Trademark Office