Review: Patent Pending tells the story of inventions and ideas

Capture1112004114215_pmBob Shaver‘s blog, Patent Pending is a breath of fresh air.  Rather than rushing to opine on the newest developments, Shaver takes a deep breath and writes about history.  In each post he weaves a story, building upon his years of experience as a patent attorney and technologist.  

For instance, in a recent articles Shaver told the tale of the original Suez Canal — 600 BC to 800 AD, and the first Steam Engine.  Articles like these help give me an appreciation for the history of ideas and innovation.

In the words of Shaver’s partner Stephen Nipper, “If you are interested in technology as it developed over the ages…check out his blog.”