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Pedal Bike
It was created by Pierre Michaux in 1861. It is a vehicle with two wheels of which the front one is both driving and steering. The objetive was to offer a means of transportation, built from wood, that was cheaper and easier to maintain than horses. Some of its benefits are that it reduces anxiety and prevents diseases -
Phonograph
It was invented by Thomas Alva Edison in 1877. The phonograph was the first common device for recording and reproducing sound. Its benefit is that it managed to establish itself as a fashion for a long time. The main function of the phonograph was to record and reproduce sound. -
The telephone
The telephone was invented by Alexander Graham Bell in 1876. This invention was a telecommunications device created to transmit acoustic signals over long distances by means of electrical signals. He built it to connect his office with his bedroom so he could talk to his wife, who was immobilized in bed due to illness. Its benefit was that it facilitated instant communication between people separated by great distances. -
Refrigerator
It was created by Karl Von Linde in 1879. A refrigerator was an appliance designed to keep food and beverages cold by removing heat from its interior and maintaining a temperature lower than the surrounding environment. The main purpose was to preserve food and ensure its safety for longer. This made it possible to combat problems such as food waste, the proliferation of bacteria and the lack of access to fresh products in remote locations or for long periods. -
X-ray
It was created by Wilhelm Conrad Röntgen in 1890. X-ray is a type of high-energy electromagnetic radiation. The original purpose was not intentional, as their discovery occurred accidentally while Wilhelm Conrad Röntgen was investigating the effects of cathode rays. However, once discovered, their revolutionary potential was quickly recognized and adapted to various fields. It brought significant benefits that revolutionized medicine, industry and science fields. -
Steering wheel
The steering wheel was invented by Alfred Vacheron in 1894. It was a round mechanism created to be responsible of controlling the directions of vehicles. Nowadays allows the driver to manage various functions of the car, improving safety and comfort. -
Tractor
The tractor was invented by John Froelich in 1894. A tractor is a special self-propelled vehicle used to pull or push trailers. Its benefits are that loading activities can be automated, since in ancient times this heavy work was carried out by oxen or mules. -
Radio
The radio was invented by Guglielmo Marconi in 1897. Radio can also be used as a means of communication that is based on sending audio signals through waves.It was the first technology that allowed sounds to be transmitted over great distances. The benefits of radio are that it helps to disseminate educational, cultural and social issues in a context of geographical isolation.