Ancient Age Scientific/Technological Developments
Stone Axe
According to Luna (1994), Homer and Hesiod's definition of technology in ancient times was that it was the spoken word of physical craft or clever ability. Aristotle, who lived about 330 BC, is credited with the invention of the Greek word technologia and the division of scientific knowledge into three distinct categories: theoretical science, practical science, and productive science (representing technology).
Bone Needle
Wheel
Medieval/Middle Age Scientific/Technological Developments
Medieval/Middle Age Scientific/Technological Developments
Gunpowder
Medieval technology, used in Christian-ruled medieval Europe, saw significant advancements after the 12th century Renaissance. This period saw the use of gunpowder, vertical windmills, eyeglasses, mechanical clocks, and improved water mills. Construction methods also advanced, leading to the rise of Gothic and mediaeval castles. Three-field crop rotation became standard in agriculture, demonstrating the rapid pace of technological advancements in medieval Europe.
Mechanical Clock
Spectacles
Modern Scientific/Technological Development
Modern Scientific/Technological Development
Airplane
When tools and methods used in the scientific and technological communities improve in terms of accuracy, precision, efficiency, strength, or capability, we say that technology has advanced. Many significant changes have occurred throughout history as a result of scientific and technical progress, with some being more beneficial than others.
Television
Mobile Phone
5G Technology
STONE AXE
Date of Invention/Discovery: Paleolithic Era Function: Cutting, chopping, and shaping wood & other materials. Proponent or Advocate or inventor: Early Homo kspecies How it transformed the Society: Enhanced ability to hunt, build shelters, & process materials, leading to improved survival and resource utilization
Gun powder/ Black Powder
Date of Invention/Discovery: 9th Century CEFunction: It us used as a blasting agent that helps charge a gun as well as fireworks. Proponent or Advocate or inventor: Wei Boyang How it transformed the Society: Gunpowder made a big contribution to warfare because it was used in guns. It also became an important ingredient in making fireworks that are used to celebrate festivities ans entertain the public.
WHEEL
Date of Invention/Discovery: Around 3500 BC - during the Chalcolithic era Name of Invention: Wheel Function: Primarily served to facilitate movement and transportation How it transformed the Society: Revolutionized transportation; changed how we moved around; & made carrying stuff a lot easier.
spectacles
Date of Invention/Discovery: Late 13th Century Function: Primarily focused on reading, with the advent of the printing press enhancing lay literacy. Proponent or Advocate or inventor: Salvino D'Armati How it transformed the Society: Eyeglasses revolutionized productivity by enabling active, skilled individuals to continue their work at a young age, enabling them to continue their work and engage in skillful tasks.
Source: Huffpost.com
Television
Date of Invention/Discovery: September 7th, 1927 Function: Televisions are the main platform for accessing various content like news, entertainment, and educational programs. Proponen or Advocate or inventor : Philo Farnsworth How it transformed the Society: Shaping culture, influencing opinions, and connecting people globally.
BONE NEEDLE
Date of Invention/Discovery: Upper Paleolithic Era (around 25,000 years ago) Function: For stitching and making clothes, helps to keep peoplesafe from the weather. Proponent or Advocate or inventor: Early modern Humans How it transformed the Society: Enhanced clothing contribution to improved adaptation to different climates, leading to increased mobility and survival rates.
Airplane
Date of Invention/Discovery: December 17, 1903 Function: It is an air vehicle that is used to transport people, cargo, and was also used by the military. Proponent or Advocate or Inventor: Wright Brothers, Alberto Santos-Dumont, Victor Tatin, and Lilian Todd. How it transformed the Society: It helped society to have an efficient way of transportation, and the military took use of it as a weapon to protect, supervise, as well as offense and defense at needed times.
MECHANICAL CLOCK
Date of Invention/Discovery: 1270 - 1300 Function: It indicates the time of the day and is also used to keep track of time. Proponent or Advocate or Inventor : Richard of Wallingford // Collaborative Effort of Craftsmen How it transformed the Society: The mechanical clock makes keeping track of time accessible and the days productice; it improves the quality and time allotted by the tasks you can do with work, friends, and hobbies.
Mobile Phone
Date of Invention/Discovery: April 1973 Function: Basic communication tools to multifaceted devices highlights swift technological progress. Proponen or Advocate or inventor : Martin Cooper of Motorola How it transformed the Society: Shaping how we communicate, work, socialize, and access information.
5G Technology
Date of Invention/Discovery: Begins in 2010s with the first standards being made in 2018. Function: 5G technology enhances wireless sharing speed, reliability, and device connectivity for applications like driverless vehicles and intelligent towns Proponen or Advocate or inventor : Qualcomm, a multinational telecommunications company, has significantly contributed to the advancement of 5G technology. How it transformed the Society: 5G revolutionizes global technology by enhancing internet access, enhancing interactions, and fostering development in various industries like education, healthcare, and public transportation.
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Ancient Age Scientific/Technological Developments
Stone Axe
According to Luna (1994), Homer and Hesiod's definition of technology in ancient times was that it was the spoken word of physical craft or clever ability. Aristotle, who lived about 330 BC, is credited with the invention of the Greek word technologia and the division of scientific knowledge into three distinct categories: theoretical science, practical science, and productive science (representing technology).
Bone Needle
Wheel
Medieval/Middle Age Scientific/Technological Developments
Medieval/Middle Age Scientific/Technological Developments
Gunpowder
Medieval technology, used in Christian-ruled medieval Europe, saw significant advancements after the 12th century Renaissance. This period saw the use of gunpowder, vertical windmills, eyeglasses, mechanical clocks, and improved water mills. Construction methods also advanced, leading to the rise of Gothic and mediaeval castles. Three-field crop rotation became standard in agriculture, demonstrating the rapid pace of technological advancements in medieval Europe.
Mechanical Clock
Spectacles
Modern Scientific/Technological Development
Modern Scientific/Technological Development
Airplane
When tools and methods used in the scientific and technological communities improve in terms of accuracy, precision, efficiency, strength, or capability, we say that technology has advanced. Many significant changes have occurred throughout history as a result of scientific and technical progress, with some being more beneficial than others.
Television
Mobile Phone
5G Technology
STONE AXE
Date of Invention/Discovery: Paleolithic Era Function: Cutting, chopping, and shaping wood & other materials. Proponent or Advocate or inventor: Early Homo kspecies How it transformed the Society: Enhanced ability to hunt, build shelters, & process materials, leading to improved survival and resource utilization
Gun powder/ Black Powder
Date of Invention/Discovery: 9th Century CEFunction: It us used as a blasting agent that helps charge a gun as well as fireworks. Proponent or Advocate or inventor: Wei Boyang How it transformed the Society: Gunpowder made a big contribution to warfare because it was used in guns. It also became an important ingredient in making fireworks that are used to celebrate festivities ans entertain the public.
WHEEL
Date of Invention/Discovery: Around 3500 BC - during the Chalcolithic era Name of Invention: Wheel Function: Primarily served to facilitate movement and transportation How it transformed the Society: Revolutionized transportation; changed how we moved around; & made carrying stuff a lot easier.
spectacles
Date of Invention/Discovery: Late 13th Century Function: Primarily focused on reading, with the advent of the printing press enhancing lay literacy. Proponent or Advocate or inventor: Salvino D'Armati How it transformed the Society: Eyeglasses revolutionized productivity by enabling active, skilled individuals to continue their work at a young age, enabling them to continue their work and engage in skillful tasks.
Source: Huffpost.com
Television
Date of Invention/Discovery: September 7th, 1927 Function: Televisions are the main platform for accessing various content like news, entertainment, and educational programs. Proponen or Advocate or inventor : Philo Farnsworth How it transformed the Society: Shaping culture, influencing opinions, and connecting people globally.
BONE NEEDLE
Date of Invention/Discovery: Upper Paleolithic Era (around 25,000 years ago) Function: For stitching and making clothes, helps to keep peoplesafe from the weather. Proponent or Advocate or inventor: Early modern Humans How it transformed the Society: Enhanced clothing contribution to improved adaptation to different climates, leading to increased mobility and survival rates.
Airplane
Date of Invention/Discovery: December 17, 1903 Function: It is an air vehicle that is used to transport people, cargo, and was also used by the military. Proponent or Advocate or Inventor: Wright Brothers, Alberto Santos-Dumont, Victor Tatin, and Lilian Todd. How it transformed the Society: It helped society to have an efficient way of transportation, and the military took use of it as a weapon to protect, supervise, as well as offense and defense at needed times.
MECHANICAL CLOCK
Date of Invention/Discovery: 1270 - 1300 Function: It indicates the time of the day and is also used to keep track of time. Proponent or Advocate or Inventor : Richard of Wallingford // Collaborative Effort of Craftsmen How it transformed the Society: The mechanical clock makes keeping track of time accessible and the days productice; it improves the quality and time allotted by the tasks you can do with work, friends, and hobbies.
Mobile Phone
Date of Invention/Discovery: April 1973 Function: Basic communication tools to multifaceted devices highlights swift technological progress. Proponen or Advocate or inventor : Martin Cooper of Motorola How it transformed the Society: Shaping how we communicate, work, socialize, and access information.
5G Technology
Date of Invention/Discovery: Begins in 2010s with the first standards being made in 2018. Function: 5G technology enhances wireless sharing speed, reliability, and device connectivity for applications like driverless vehicles and intelligent towns Proponen or Advocate or inventor : Qualcomm, a multinational telecommunications company, has significantly contributed to the advancement of 5G technology. How it transformed the Society: 5G revolutionizes global technology by enhancing internet access, enhancing interactions, and fostering development in various industries like education, healthcare, and public transportation.