The Invention of Velcro Has Had Lasting Effects

There are times when a mechanical zipper is not up to the job for fastening. Velcro was invented many years ago as an alternative to a zipper and there are now countless ways in which it can be utilized. Velcro was used by astronauts to help them move around in space suits and it eventually made its way onto scuba and ski uniforms.

Learn more about the history of Velcro in this article.