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An Exploration into Landmark Technological Breakthroughs

New technologies are constantly making life easier and more convenient. From self-driving cars to artificial intelligence and blockchain, innovations are being released at a rapid pace. With so many new developments, it’s difficult to predict what the future holds. However, some inventions have the potential to change our lives forever. These groundbreaking technological breakthroughs will have a major impact on how we live, work and interact with one another. In our articles, we take a look at some of the most important throughout history.

Gunpowder was a Technological Breakthrough in Warfare

Gunpowder, also known as black powder, is an explosive mixture of sulfur, charcoal, and saltpeter (potassium nitrate). It was the first chemical explosive that could be reliably detonated. Before gunpowder, explosives were unreliable or used as…

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The Breakthrough and Invention of Steel

Steel is one of the strongest and most versatile metals available. It’s been used for thousands of years to make tools and weapons, but production methods were often very limited in their scope. Although the origins of steel have been debated…

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The Invention of the Silicon chip

A silicon chip is a semiconductor device that can be used to store information, process data, and monitor performance. These chips are used in almost every electrical device and system in modern homes, workplaces, and factories. The use of…

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The Invention of the Telegraph

In the 19th century, many new inventions were created to make life easier. Inventors were coming up with all kinds of things such as light bulbs, telephones, and even cars. These types of inventions are called “The Industrial Revolution”…

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The Origins of The Compass

The compass is one of the most useful tools that we have in our arsenal when it comes to navigation or exploration. In general, a compass is an instrument with the ability to detect magnetic fields and directions. It can point north, as well as…

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Sentiment Analysis: How AI Can Improve Team Dynamics and Communication

Effective communication among team members can make or break a project, and even a company. However, communication isn't just about the words we say; it's also about the emotions behind them. That's…

The Biggest Car Manufacturers in the Industry

The automotive industry has become an important part of the global economy, with manufacturers creating and marketing vehicles in ever-growing numbers. Big companies and small automakers alike are…

Car Phones were the First Mobile Phones

Before the days of smartphones, there was the car phone. While it was a vastly different breed of a mobile phone than what we have today, it's important to recognize the car phone as the predecessor…