1970's Inventions

  • Creation of the Floppy Disk

    Creation of the Floppy Disk
    Floppy disk enabled people to save data, transfer data, and create backups.
  • Creation of the Ethernet

    Creation of the Ethernet
    Ethernet cords carry the broadband data between a router, modem, and computer. It was impactful because it allowed connected computers to share data efficiently.
  • Creation of the Laser Printer

    Creation of the Laser Printer
    Laser printers print much faster than the traditional ink printers. Laser printers can also handle mass printing making it ideal for news companies or schools.
  • The creation of the Artificial Heart

    The creation of the Artificial Heart
    The artificial heart Jarvik-7 was the first artificial organ to approved for bridge organ transplants. A bridge organ transplant is a short term solution for a heart transplant. While a patient waits for a donner they have this to do the work of their heart.
  • Creation of the First Cell Phones

    Creation of the First Cell Phones
    The first cell phone was created in 1979 and was installed in cars to power the phone and to maintain cell signal