The document discusses the evolution of technology from early human tools to modern technologies. It covers major periods in history from the Palaeolithic period to the Iron Age and discusses technological advances during those eras. The document also discusses future trends in technology like artificial intelligence, 5G networks, virtual reality and how technology has become integrated into daily life.
The document discusses the evolution of technology from early human tools to modern technologies. It covers major periods in history from the Palaeolithic period to the Iron Age and discusses technological advances during those eras. The document also discusses future trends in technology like artificial intelligence, 5G networks, virtual reality and how technology has become integrated into daily life.
Ashwini Ma’am Durva Jain PROTOTYPE ABOUT EVOLUTION OF TECHNOLOGY
The term evolution of technology means how technology has
evolved with the timeline from the early human tool prior to the latest modern technology. Since the “big bang” event which took place over 13.4 billion years ago from later on our universe has gone through constant evolution and significant changes. Following the radical physical, chemical, and biological evolution and now finally we are experiencing technological evolution. Technology has helped us to conquer modern civilization where we all stand today. Technology always evolves and becomes more advanced, sometimes it is ahead of our time. Men have come up with revolutionary ideas and innovations over centuries together with creative ways to utilize those ideas into reality which is later known as technology. All technologies are born to serve purposes, like the man who crafted and designed the earliest human tools (could be an arrow, hammer, or knife) made the tools purposely to meet his demand like hunting and survival. Palaeolithic Period (2.3 Million Years Ago) During this prehistoric period of time also called “before the stone age” humans constructed the earliest means of human tools( knives, hammers, scrapers) from stone, wood, antlers, and bones Lower Paleolithic Period (1.3 Million Years Ago) Historians believe that the discovery of fire was made in this period which allowed humans to cook food and visibility at night. Neolithic Period (12,000-15,000 Years Ago) During the neolithic period, humans started farming activities and began constructing houses and made fibers. Copper and Bronze Age ( 6000 BC) The Copper and bronze age is an era of great technological advantages. Humans began to extract materials such as copper and bronze for making tools. Iron Age (1200 BC-2000 BC) During this particular period of time, the introduction of iron ore smelting and forging technology allowed us to make more efficient, lighter, stronger, and cheaper tools and weapons thus replacing tools made from bronze and copper. Mesopotamia (800-1800 BC) Mesopotamia pioneered the discovery of wheels. Writing practices were first invented in Mesopotamia. Mesopotamia witnessed some significant technological advancements like the first true arc construction, water transportation, irrigation, and many more. The true civilization began in Mesopotamia. The Roman Empire (25 BC – 390 AD) A crucial development in technology was carried out during this time. The Roman empire was economically developed and productive thanks to advanced engineering and scientific knowledge. Some structures from the Roman empire even stand today. 18th &19th Century: The Era of Modern Technology The first industrial revolution of the early 18th century driven by the discovery of the steam engine set an important aspiration of modern technological evolution. In the 18th century, important technological breakthroughs took place. The 19th century also saw the development of one of the prominent technological advancements of the modern era, the invention of computers that brought the age of digitalization. The development of rocket science has put man in space and for the first time, mankind was able to land on the moon. In the late 19th century the introduction of the internet and the world wide web initiated the term global village and brought the communities even closer than ever. The Evolution of Technology in Communication (1831) The big change in technology started in 1831 when the electric telegraph was invented. In the 19th century, the revelation was with the hand of electrical engineering. The invention of photography revolutionized culture and communication in society. The Invention of The Computer (1930) What started as a calculative device is now known to be a major discovery in modern human civilization. Since the introduction of the very first computing device “ENIAC”, the computer industry has gone through revolutionary technological advancements. Future Trends of Technological Evolution The legacy of technological evolution has been seen as no bounds in the 20th century. Technology is now getting more sophisticated and more advanced than their previous generations. The evolution of technology from the early prehistoric period until the modern age is driving the possibility to set up a knowledge-based society. Technology has ensured sustainable development from the economy to education and healthcare. New technological breakthroughs are the forerunner of today’s modern era. People are adapting up-to-date technologies to improve their daily lifestyle, something they just couldn’t live without. All of this is now possible due to technological evolution. Here are some of the latest trends in the technology of the future. Internet – (1974) Internet communication has had a revolutionary impact since the mid 19th century in 1974. It has turned the world into a global village. Thanks to internet technology, people now can communicate with others from anywhere in the world. The Internet is leading globalization. Because of the internet, various new businesses have risen and ideas have been created still now on. Industry 4.0 The motto of the 4th industrial revolution is “digitalization”. In the 21st century, smart factories have emerged, these factories are highly automated and technologically superior. Artificial Intelligence (2017) Artificial intelligence ( AI) will work like humans and animals which will understand emotion. However, it is still in the childbirth position. In 2017 AlphaGo team announced that it will be the world’s grates Go, player, all the time as it has AI. 5G Networks (2019) 5G will provide superfast internet bandwidth. 5G will enable the users to download large files from the internet within seconds( up to 10 gigabytes/ seconds!). 5G uses fifth-generation cellular networking technology. Virtual Reality Virtual reality seems like a technology that comes straight from science fiction. Virtual reality creates a simulated environment that may be similar or completely different from the real world. It can be used for training, entertainment, and education purposes. Technology is what we live in and we can’t deny how long we have gone so far only because of technological advancement. Technology is now our day-to-day expectancy.