In 1953, Norm Larsen failed 39 times to prepare a rust-prevention spray for Atlas missiles and his final attempt led to WD-40

Born from Cold War necessity, WD-40's creation involved 39 failed attempts by engineer Norm Larsen to protect Atlas missile ...

In 1953, Norm Larsen tried 39 times to stop rust: That one success established the foundation for WD-40

WD-40's journey began in 1953 with chemist Norm Larsen's quest to protect Atlas missile components from rust. The product's ...