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The History of Rubik's Cube
06:21 - 09:34 (03:13)
The Rubik's Cube was invented by Hungarian artist and inventor Erno Rubik in 1974 and first hit the Hungarian market in 1977, quickly becoming a local sensation.
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The Rubik's Cube was originally named the Magic Cube and invented by Hungarian Erno Rubik.
06:21 - 07:13 (00:52)
Rubik's Cube
Summary
The Rubik's Cube was originally named the Magic Cube and invented by Hungarian Erno Rubik. The name in Hungarian actually means "magic butt head".
ChapterThe History of Rubik's Cube
EpisodeSelects: The Rubik's Cube Episode
PodcastStuff You Should Know
The Rubik's Cube was initially only marketed in Hungary due to the politics of the time and the difficulty in obtaining a patent in the West.
07:13 - 08:07 (00:53)
Rubik's Cube
Summary
The Rubik's Cube was initially only marketed in Hungary due to the politics of the time and the difficulty in obtaining a patent in the West. Only 5,000 of the original design were produced and distributed in Hungary.
ChapterThe History of Rubik's Cube
EpisodeSelects: The Rubik's Cube Episode
PodcastStuff You Should Know
A professor recalls meeting Erno Rubik, the creator of the Rubik's Cube, and describes his shabby appearance.
08:07 - 09:34 (01:27)
Rubik's Cube
Summary
A professor recalls meeting Erno Rubik, the creator of the Rubik's Cube, and describes his shabby appearance.