The history of Ferris wheels 05:51. For many, summer fun means thrill rides rule that soar, swirl, and defy gravity. But if you need a break from holding your breath, there's one attraction that ...

George Washington Gale Ferris Jr. graduated from RPI in 1881 and later invented the Ferris wheel in 1893. Chris Letchford, a professor and head of the Civil and Environmental Engineering ...