Notice there is no mention of electric motor or machine suit
WD-40 is the trademark name of a penetrating oil and water-displacing spray. It was developed in 1953 by Norm Larsen, founder of the Rocket Chemical Company, in San Diego, California. WD-40, abbreviated from the phrase "Water Displacement, 40th formula,"[1] was originally designed to repel water and prevent corrosion,[2] and later was found to have numerous household uses.
Larsen was attempting to create a formula to prevent corrosion in nuclear missiles, by displacing the standing water that causes it. He claims he arrived at a successful formula on his 40th attempt.[2] WD-40 is primarily composed of various hydrocarbons.
WD-40 was first used by Convair to protect the outer skin, and more importantly, the paper thin "balloon tanks" of the Atlas missile from rust and corrosion.[2][3] These stainless steel fuel tanks were so thin that, when empty, they had to be kept inflated with nitrogen gas to prevent their collapse.
WD-40 first became commercially available on store shelves in San Diego in 1958.
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5 actually useful Things To Do with WD-40:
WD-40 has been around for more than 50 years. The product that was originally meant to be a rust-prevention solvent has grown to become a useful household product with hundreds of different applications. Here's 5 of the many ways to use this diverse item.
From Extraordinary Uses for Ordinary Things, Reader's Digest Australia
Did You Know?
WD-40 made its way to the home market in 1958. The idea was inspired by employees who snuck cans out of the plant to use at home.
Caution: Do not use WD-40 near an open flame, heat source or electrical currents. Don't place the can in direct sunlight or on hot surfaces. Be sure to use WD-40 in well-ventilated areas and never swallow or inhale it.
1. Winterproof Boots and Shoes
Waterproof your winter boots and shoes by giving them a coat of WD-40. It’ll act as a barrier so water can’t penetrate the material. Also use WD-40 to remove ugly salt stains from boots and shoes during the winter months. Just spray WD-40 onto the stains and wipe with a clean rag. Your boots and shoes will look almost as good as new.
2. Clean Your Fridge
When soap and water can’t get rid of old bits of food stuck in and around your refrigerator, it’s time to reach for the WD-40. After clearing all foodstuffs from the areas to be treated, spray a small amount of WD-40 on each resistant spot. Then wipe them away with a rag or sponge. Make sure you wash off all the WD-40 before returning food to the fridge.
3. Renew Faded Plastic Furniture
Bring colour and shine back to faded plastic patio furniture. Simply spray WD-40 directly on the surface and wipe with a clean, dry cloth. You’ll be surprised at the results.
4. Exterminate Roaches and Repel Insects
Don’t let cockroaches, insects, or spiders get the upper hand in your home.
- Keep a can of WD-40 handy, and when you see a roach, spray a small amount directly on it for an instant kill.
- To keep insects and spiders out of your home, spray WD-40 on windowsills and frames, screens, and door frames. Be careful not to inhale the fumes when you spray and do not do this at all if you have babies or small children at home.
5. Keep Animals from Flowerbeds
Animals just love to play in your garden, digging up your favourite plants you worked so hard to grow. What animals don’t love is the smell of WD-40. To keep the animals out and your flowers looking beautiful all season, spray WD-40 evenly over the flowerbeds one or more times over the course of the season.
Dave, who has banished WD-40 from his workbench for almost 30 years now.
Also, I meant to say *cause it TO fail...not "go fail".
