Technological Innovation
Definition
A technological innovation refers to a new invention or advancement that improves or creates a method of doing something. In the context of history, it refers to the development of new tools, techniques, or machinery that had a significant impact on society.
Analogy
Think of a technological innovation as a brand-new smartphone that revolutionizes communication and makes our lives more convenient.
Related terms
Printing Press: A device invented by Johannes Gutenberg in the 15th century that allowed for the mass production of books, leading to increased literacy rates and the spread of ideas.
Industrial Revolution: A period in the late 18th and early 19th centuries characterized by rapid industrialization and technological advancements, significantly transforming manufacturing processes and improving living standards.
Steam Engine: An engine powered by steam that was instrumental in driving various machines during the Industrial Revolution, facilitating transportation and powering factories.
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Practice Questions (20+)
Which technological innovation significantly improved navigation during the Age of Exploration?
Which technological innovation greatly facilitated European exploration during the 15th and 16th centuries, leading to a significant shift in global power dynamics?
Which technological innovation played a key role in disseminating Martin Luther's ideas during the Protestant Reformation?
How did technological innovation contribute to the rise of global markets from Europe?
In which sector did technological innovation play a major role in facilitating Britain’s ascendance?
Which technological innovation had the most profound impact on the pattern of industrialization in 19th-century Europe?
Which industry played a key role in driving technological innovation during the Second Industrial Revolution?
What technological innovation marked the industrial revolution during this period?
Which technological innovation persisted as a significant element of competition between capitalist West and Communist East during the Cold War?
What technological innovation of the late 19th century significantly boosted European imperialism by allowing more efficient communication?
Which technological innovation greatly enhanced Europe's ability to transport goods and people during the age of imperialism?
What technological innovation from Gutenberg facilitated spread of knowledge during this era?
Which technological innovation had the most significant impact on labor and industry during the 19th century in Europe?
Which technological innovation greatly influenced warfare during World War I?
What was a significant technological innovation during the Enlightenment period in Europe?
What was a significant technological innovation during the Global Economic Crisis that had profound impacts on European economies?
Which technological innovation greatly increased literacy rates and spread ideas quickly across Europe in the Renaissance period?
What technological innovation played a vital role in World War II for both communication and navigation?
Which country developed the V-2 rocket, a technological innovation during World War II that significantly impacted the course of the war?
What technological innovation did the Allies use to break German codes during World War II?
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