Born 1822. Invented the vulcanised rubber pneumatic tyre. He patented his invention in
1845, which was successfully tested in London, however it was abandoned because it was
thought too expensive for common use. Thomson's invention is commemorated by a plaque in
his native Stonehaven. He also patented the fountain pen (1849) and a steam traction
engine (1867).
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