Teflon: The Nonstick Myth NASA Didn’t Invent

Think Teflon was invented by NASA for space missions? Think again. In this episode, we unravel the surprising true story behind Teflon, the legendary nonstick coating. Discover how it was accidentally discovered in a DuPont lab in 1938—decades before spaceflight—and why the myth of its space-age origins still persists today. Join us as we debunk one of the most popular misconceptions about space technology, explore real NASA spinoffs, and uncover how Teflon became a household name in cookware and industry.

• Learn more about Teflon and its history from Chemours (official site)
• NASA's official list of real spinoff technologies
• American Chemical Society Landmark: Teflon
• Britannica overview of Teflon and its uses
• Smithsonian insights on Apollo-era space suits

• ScienceDirect reference on PTFE in industrial applications

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