Chinese Inventions

By Ashley.Ellis
  • 150

    Industry, Paper

    Industry, Paper
    The Chinese invented paper in second century B.C. The material they used were most likely bark from mulberry trees. In fact, at the time, the Chinese were the only people who knew how to make paper.
  • Period: 150 to Feb 11, 1400

    CE

  • Feb 11, 650

    Industry Printing

    Industry Printing
    The Chinese invented a technique called woodblock printing. First, what they did was draw symbols on paper and glued it to the woodblock. Next, when the glue was dry, the printer carved out the wood around the characters.
  • Feb 12, 750

    Industry, Tea

    Industry, Tea
    Suprisingly, tea making has not changed since early times. Tea farmers grow tea trees/shrubs at hide altitudes (around 4,000 feet) and when they are ready for harvest, the farmers pick the leaves off.
  • Feb 12, 750

    Everyday Objects, Mechanical Clock

    Everyday Objects, Mechanical Clock
    Different than other clocks, the mechanical clock was more accurate than other time keeping devices (at the time). This wheel made a turn every 24 hours, with dripping water causing it to turn. It even made a sound every quarter hour and hour! This would help the people know what time it is.
  • Feb 12, 850

    Military Technology, Gunpowder

    Military Technology, Gunpowder
    Gunpowder was made by accident when alchemists who were trying to find a cure to live forever.
  • Feb 12, 850

    Everyday Objects, Game Cards

    Everyday Objects, Game Cards
    In the 8th century, printers used woodblock printing to make the cards from thick paper. Famous artists drew designs that appeared on the back of the cards. Today, game cards are played all around the world.
  • Feb 12, 900

    Everyday Objects, Paper Money

    Everyday Objects, Paper Money
    Like game cards, paper money was made by woodblock printing. By 1100, song printers used multiple woodblocks to print each bill, so the process would be quicker. If you cannot already tell, today, paper money is the most common form of currency in the world.
  • Feb 16, 1200

    Military Technology, Bombs

    Military Technology, Bombs
    The Chinese created large bombs that were very similar to modern bombs we use today Around the same time, they also created rifles and cannons.
  • Feb 16, 1200

    Military Technology, Rocket techonolgy

    Military Technology, Rocket techonolgy
    In the beginning, rockets were made for entertainment, but years later the Chinese used them for weapons. The roeckets were powered by black powder made of saltpeter, charcoal, and sulfur.