One of the first computer-based expert systems aids geologists in mineral exploration.
History of innovation
What if we had a hand in 10 innovations you’ve held in your hands?
We’ve spearheaded groundbreaking innovations from talented scientists, technologists and entrepreneurs.
Take a minute to explore our rich timeline of innovation that’s touched the lives of, well, pretty much everyone.
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Air combat training
The first instrumented training system takes flight.
Artificial intelligence: CALO
“Hey, Siri. Did you really start as cognitive decision making software?”
Golf economy
We quantified the scope of the golf economy.
Robot teams: Centibots
Robots coordinate, communicate and create milestones at the same time.
Environmental test methods
SRI methods help develop EPA testing still used today.
Human liver tissue bank
The first human liver tissue bank for testing drugs on humans versus animals.
Atmospheric research and radar
Advanced radar facilities help keep the U.S. safe during the Cold War.
CCD broadcast camera
The first commercially available all-solid-state broadcast camera delivers clearer, sharper images than ever before.
