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[acidfree:1088 align=right size=200] "Each year, billions of tons of concrete become the stuff of buildings, highways, dams, sidewalks, and even artworks. The list goes on. Not only is the material ubiquitous, it has a long history. The Romans invented cement-based concrete more than 2,000 years ago and used the material to build architectural masterpieces such as the Pantheon. To Christian Meyer, a structural engineer at Columbia University, there's just no question about it: "Concrete is the world's most important material." read more »

UPDATE: 5/31/06
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[acidfree:921 align=left size=180] Ahhh, the lazy days of summer. I am so excited that summer is almost here. My boys are asking me everyday when we can go to the pool. I love summer because you’re not on a strict schedule. Of course, I wonder how I’m going to get my postings done in the summer but it’ll work out. Everything always does. Anyway, let me tell you about a few interesting products I’ve come across that will make summer a little easier and safer. BTW - I try not to pick the products that you see in the big baby stores (unless they are new) because, frankly, you see them when you go to the big baby stores. You don’t need to see them here too. read more »

FAO Schwarz is having a Toy Audition. It is an opportunity of a life time for toymakers to present their unique products in person to representatives of the FAO Schwarz Senior Management. You can audition even if you only have a toy design and have not manufactured your toy yet.

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Many of the Final 12 Contestants on the American Inventor have graciously agreed to gather together here at AmericanInventorSpot.com for a unique live blog event on Sunday, May 21 at 9Pm EST (after the Grand Finale Show on Thursday). We are hoping to get all 12 Finalists if its possible.

It should be a fun and fascinating opportunity to talk to your favorite inventors. Please come join us as we dish about the show with the Final 12.

If you have questions you would like us to ask, please share them in the comments here. read more »

COUTDOWN TO THE FINALE - THURSDAY, MAY 11 (8:00-9:00 p.m., ET)

In this recap episode of the last four shows, relive the journey that the 12 semifinalists took when they used the $50,000 they were given to finalize their inventions. The final four inventors will be highlighted and shown moving on to the final round, one step closer to winning one million dollars and to becoming the next great "American Inventor." read more »

As I mentioned in my earlier blog, Mother's Day is the day to let mom know how much you appreciate her. Some moms like flowers, some moms chocolate. (Cheap Mother's Day Flowers)(Amazing Chocolates) All moms like a little piece and quiet. read more »

This article in on innvovations in the energy sector.

In our efforts to make this site the Spot for innovative and inventive ideas, we asked Carl, our terrific guest blogger from Inventive Rants to write about some of of the innovations going on in our society today.

He chose to write on the convergence of technologies in the energy sector and what that could mean for our future as his special posting for American Inventor Spot readers. We look forward to his continuing discussions on this topic in coming weeks.

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My choice for the final four is The Anecia Survival Capsule. It’s the invention of Janusz Liberkowski

This invention is a true “new to the world” concept. As such it has generated a lot of technical debate and discussion. I do not presume to know all of the answers. However the following are my personal perceptions and opinions. They are not the opinions of Janusz, Freemantle, the producers, ABC or anyone else.

1. How does the Anecia Survivor Capsule work?

When a car crashes there are two collisions. The first is when the car hits the other car or obstacle. The second is when the baby hits the seat belt or when the baby’s head get’s shaken and snapped in the direction of the impact, at the same speed that the car was going before the crash. read more »

Tomorrow night Doug will be back - to answer questions, give you insight, and tell it like it is....LIVE! read more »

Doug Hall will be back LIVE at AmericanInventorspot.com to tell it like it is - this Sunday night, May 7th - for his second appearance.

If you missed it the first time, this is your chance to ask Doug whatever you want. He said this weeks Episode is going to leave fans VERY passionate and wanting to talk/vent. read more »

[acidfree:916 align=right size=340] Free TV shows, Awesome quality, and did I mention FREE to boot. Maybe they'll put up the American Inventor Show soon. This is the future of TV. And is great if your DVR or TIVO isn't working. A few commercials you can't avoid, but hey it's Free. Downtime at the office will never be the same. Enjoy. To open a new window with ABC FREE STREAMING TV - CLICK HERE TO CHECK IT OUT

Mother's Day is the day when you are suppose to show mother how much you appreciate her. This article is to give the father's some advice on what to give for Mother's Day. The problem with Mother's Day is that we moms always expect something on that day. And I'm not talking about a piece of jewelry (but that is a close second).(Some Suggestions) For all you father's out there wondering what you should get your wife (on behalf of the kids), I have the answer read more »

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