Elijah McCoy invented the lubricating cup on July 23, 1872.
the lubricating oil cup was invented by Elijah McCoy on July 23,1872.
Ypsilanti, Michigan.. America.
He invented the lubricating cup so every few miles the train didn't have to stop it automatically dispersed the oil where needed. He invented the lubricating cup so every few miles the train didn't have to stop it automatically dispersed the oil where needed.
It was not invented. In fact the Romans had used it so it is nothing new.
Elijah McCoy
The oil lubricator and brakes were invented in 1872.
Elijah McCoy
Elijah McCoy
Elijah McCoy was an African American inventor. He worked for the Michigan Central Railroad as a fireman. He invented a lubricating cup that made trains more efficient.
The lubricating cup for steam engines was invented by Elijah McCoy, an African American inventor and engineer. Born in 1844 in what is now Canada, he developed this device to improve the efficiency of steam engines by allowing them to be lubricated automatically while in operation. His invention became crucial for the railroad industry, and the phrase "the real McCoy" is believed to stem from his innovative work, signifying authenticity and quality.
Elijah McCoy was issued the first patent on his lubricating cup in July of 1872. Elijah kept improving his invention and received a total of 57 patents for it.
so people can use oil in a different way