Nomination worksheet

Contact: Nominate an Ingenious Object

A humble hinge? A very persuasive peeler? Tell us exactly what gets easier, how the object does it, and what might be less convenient than it first appears.

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Workbench category

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What makes a strong nomination?

Describe an ordinary task, not just a surprising product. Include a source that shows the working part. Tell us whether you have used the object yourself, and distinguish observations from manufacturer claims.

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