7 Artists Who Made Scientific Breakthroughs - Page 5 of 10

Steve McQueen

Steve McQueen is a popular actor in the United States. He has featured in popular films like “The Great Escape”, Bullitt, The Thomas Crown Affair and The Getaway. But while he was studying acting, Steve was a passionate racer. He sponsored his studies by participating in motorcycle races. This passion led him to invent and patent a device called the Bucket Seat. The Bucket Seat was meant to be used in racing cars. Another invention of Steve McQueen is the transbrake also meant for racing cars.