Lonnie Johnson articles
What core business decision defined Lonnie Johnson's financial arrangement regarding the Super Soaker invention?
What was Lonnie Johnson attempting to develop scientifically when the idea for the Super Soaker first struck him?
When was the U.S. Patent Office granted for Lonnie Johnson's design, initially called the "Squirt Gun"?
What was the estimated cost to manufacture the first thousand units of the initial prototype?
Which company manufactured the water gun after Johnson successfully pitched his improved prototype to them in 1989?
What was the name of the water gun when it first appeared in stores in 1990?
In what year did Hasbro acquire the Larami Corporation?
By what year had the Super Soaker brand surpassed $200 million in sales?
What was the central issue Lonnie Johnson alleged against Hasbro when he initiated legal action in 2013?
How much money did Lonnie Johnson prevail in receiving from Hasbro following arbitration in November 2013?
What professional field provided the conceptual foundation for the Super Soaker invention?
Which US government agency did Lonnie Johnson dedicate a significant portion of his career to?
During what specific activity did the high-velocity water stream incident occur?
The invention was essentially an adaptation of a pressurized water device developed for what specific aerospace work?
On what specific date was Lonnie Johnson awarded the patent for his water gun design?
What key mechanical feature was responsible for the Super Soaker's superior performance compared to existing squirt guns?
Which large toy manufacturer eventually owned the subsidiary that distributed the Super Soaker?
What was the substantial settlement amount Lonnie Johnson was awarded in litigation over sales agreements?
What principle enabled the Super Soaker to discharge water much more forcefully than older toys?