The 50 Best Inventions of 2009
From a rocket of the future to a $10 million lightbulb, here are TIME's picks for the best new gadgets and breakthrough ideas of the year
Poll Results
Which invention do you think is the most important? Browse through the nominees and cast your vote.
View the full list for "The 50 Best Inventions of 2009"Special Features:
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Photos: The Ares Rocket Launches
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Photos: Inventors and Their Inventions
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Photos: A Steam-Powered Car Sets a Land Speed Record
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Photos: The Robo-Penguin
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The Five Worst Inventions
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Video: The Telescope for Invisible Stars
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Video: Best Inventions of 2009
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Video: The Ares I Rocket
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Video: Five Worst Inventions
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50 Best Inventions 2008
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