timeline

  • 1286

    Glasses

    Alessandro Della Reduced eye strain
    Sun protection
    Variety of fashionable styles Some people don't like the way they look in glasses
    Distort your peripheral vision
    they can get in the way of an active lifestyle and for many this can be a huge factor in the decision making process
  • 1300

    Reloj Mecánico

    Peter Henlein Clean energy
    Prestige
    Quality Require maintenance
    They are more susceptible to damage from shock or vibration
    Wear can occur on gears and springs, affecting timing accuracy
  • 1450

    Printing

    Johannes Gutenberg Basically, the invention of the printing press made it possible to multiply texts in the Middle Ages, when book publishing was very restricted. It revolutionized culture by expanding the number of potential readers by multiplying the number of books and reducing their cost.