The Why Files: Operation Podcast 544: Killer Patents & Secret Science Vol. 1 | Free Energy & Anti-Gravity Cover-Ups
Apr 22, 2024
Discover the hidden battles behind lost inventions like free-energy devices and anti-gravity machines. From mysterious deaths of inventors to the suppression of revolutionary technologies, uncover the profound implications for society today. Dive into a world where genius meets governmental control and explore the unseen forces shaping technological progress.
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Pogue's High-Mileage Carburetor
- Charles Pogue built a carburetor in the 1930s that fully vaporized fuel and reported up to 220 mpg in tests.
- After media reports his shop was broken into, his designs and notes were stolen and he never rebuilt the device.
Legal Mechanism For Hiding Patents
- The 1951 Invention Secrecy Act lets the U.S. government classify patents that allegedly threaten economy or security.
- Inventors under secrecy orders cannot speak, export, or sell their inventions except to the military.
Ogle's Fumes-Powered Car
- Tom Ogle modified a 1974 Galaxy to run on fumes and achieved about 100 mpg and a 205-mile trip on two gallons.
- After investor interest and Air Force attention, he faced legal troubles and later died under suspicious circumstances.