n. 1. A number or symbol multiplied with a variable or an unknown quantity in an algebraic term, as 4 in the term 4 x, or x in the term x (a + b). 2. A numerical measure of a physical or chemical property that is constant for a system under specified conditions, such as the coefficient of friction.
This article is about the original 1967â1975 television series. For the remake, see Ironside (2013 TV series) . Ironside is a Universal television series that ran on NBC from September 14, 1967, to January 16, 1975. The show starred Raymond Burr as a paraplegic Chief of Detectives, Robert T. Ironside. The character debuted on March 28, 1967, in a TV movie called A Man Called Ironside. When the show was broadcast in the United Kingdom, it was initially under that same title.
Facts And Figures. 1  The first electric steam iron was patented in the U.S. by Swiss inventor Otto Walker in December 1924. 2  Modern ironing boards and pads are designed to work with your iron, enhancing its performance. 3  A wall-mounted ironing-board hanger and steam-iron rest lets you put your iron away while still hot. As you iron, heat is absorbed by the material you're ironing, as well as the ironing board itself. Steam irons are available with up to 2,300 watts of power, but some would argue that 1,500 watts is all you need.