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Super glue was discovered in 1942 by Kodak (Coover/Joyner) during experiments to make plastic for gun sights. Though that effort failed, it was discovered that the cyanoacrylates glued many things quickly. Kodak quickly developed Eastman #910, calling it "Super Glue".

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When was super glue invented and by who?

Dr. Harry Coover invented super glue to close wounds quicker back in 1942. It was discovered by accident.


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Dr. Harry Coover, a scientist working for 3M discovered it in 1942.


Is ELMER'S glue super glue?

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