A true example of (truly well, unlike e.g. military) Applied Technology!!:
https://www.innocentive.com/dual-use-grid-illumination-device

"Two billion people living in the developing world rely on kerosene lantern=
s, candles, and single-use battery flashlights for light at night. Kerosene=
 is increasingly expensive, especially given the recent rise in the price o=
f petrochemicals, so many families cannot afford it." [..] "His solution we=
nt in to production within a year of submission -- providing light for hund=
reds of thousands of individuals since."

Guess who's the genius and philanthropist behind this?

The name I've read on the article sure rang a bell!

Cheers,
Mario

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