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Internal combustion engine
The first internal combustion engine was invented by Nikolaus Otto in 1876. Otto's engine used a four-stroke cycle, which efficiently converted fuel into mechanical energy. It burned a mixture of air and fuel, ignited by a spark, to drive a piston. This innovation marked a major advance in engine technology, laying the groundwork for modern gasoline engines and transforming transportation, industry and machinery for years to come. -
Refrigerator
The invention of the refrigerator is credited to Carl von Linde, who developed the first practical refrigeration system in 1876. His design used ammonia as a refrigerant to cool the air, allowing for the preservation of food and other perishable goods. Over time, refrigeration technology evolved and became widespread in homes and industries. This invention revolutionized food storage, transportation, and safety, significantly improving the quality of life for consumers. -
Telephone
The invention of the telephone is credited to Alexander Graham Bell, who was granted the patent in 1876. Bell's device transmitted sound through electrical signals, allowing people to communicate over long distances. His first successful call was to his assistant, saying, "Mr. Watson, come here, I want to see you." This invention revolutionized communication, leading to the development of global telephone networks and the transformation of communication. -
Light bulb
The invention of the electric light bulb is mostly attributed to Thomas Edison in 1879. Although earlier inventors, such as Joseph Swan, made contributions, Edison's version was the first practical and long-lasting light bulb. He improved the filament and vacuum inside the bulb, making it efficient for everyday use. This invention revolutionized lighting, leading to widespread use in homes, streets, and industries, which had a significant impact on industry. -
Automobile
The invention of the automobile is credited to Karl Benz, who created the first practical motor vehicle in 1885-1886. His Benz Patent-Motorwagen, powered by a gasoline engine, included important features such as steering and brakes. While there were earlier attempts at self-propelled vehicles, Benz's design is considered the first true automobile. This innovation revolutionized transportation and led to the development of the modern automobile industry. -
Cinematograph
The invention of the cinematograph is credited to the Lumière brothers, Auguste and Louis, who developed the first successful motion picture camera and projector in 1895. Their invention captured moving images on film and allowed them to be projected for an audience. The Lumière brothers' first public screening in Paris marked the birth of cinema as we know it, revolutionizing entertainment and advertising. At this time there is don´t used more. -
Radio
The invention of radio is credited to Guglielmo Marconi, who successfully transmitted wireless signals in 1895. Building on earlier discoveries in electromagnetism, Marconi developed a system that allowed sound to be transmitted over great distances without wires. In 1901, he made the first transatlantic radio signal. Marconi's work revolutionized communications, leading to the development of radio broadcasting, which transformed entertainment, news, and global communication. -
Plane
The invention of the plane is credited to the Wright brothers, Orville and Wilbur, who made the first powered flight on December 17, 1903, at Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. Their plane, the Wright Flyer, flew for 12 seconds, covering 120 feet. This achievement marked the beginning of modern aviation, revolutionizing transportation and opening the door for the development of commercial aviation and aeronautics.