Lonnie Johnson
Engineer who invented the Super Soaker water blaster.
Their Story
Lonnie Johnson is an African American engineer and inventor who worked on spacecraft systems before creating one of the world's most popular toys. While experimenting at home, he invented the Super Soaker, a powerful water blaster. He has earned many patents and continues to work on energy technology.
Era
1900s
Field
Mechanical Engineering
Lonnie Johnson
Engineer who invented the Super Soaker water blaster.
Engineering · Mechanical Engineering · 1900s · Black Innovators
Their Story
Lonnie Johnson is an African American engineer and inventor who worked on spacecraft systems before creating one of the world's most popular toys. While experimenting at home, he invented the Super Soaker, a powerful water blaster. He has earned many patents and continues to work on energy technology.
Key Innovation
Invented the Super Soaker, a high-powered water blaster, using engineering principles.
Why It Matters Today
His story shows how curiosity, tinkering, and engineering can turn an idea into something millions enjoy.
Learn More
- Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lonnie_Johnson_(inventor)
Wilkinson STEM Education Foundation · 251 American Innovators · wilkinsonstemfoundation.org
