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Keys and Locks: A History
Locks are one of those items we use every day without thinking about it. Of course, they’re useless without keys to open them. Naturally, the histories of locks and keys are intertwined. These combined histories go back to Ancient times yet remain unfinished. As technology advances, locks and keys continue to be transformed. Even so…
Who invented the electric fan?
It is hot outside, your air conditioner is broken, and you desperately need to cool down. You drink ice water and take a cool shower, but it doesn’t last. Finally, you find an electric fan in the back of your closet. True, it’s not air conditioning but the fan keeps you cool for the rest…
How did we get glass windows?
Windows are very useful. With them, we can check on the weather or enjoy a bit of nature without even leaving the house. Windows can be stylish, energy-efficient, clear, or coloured. At first glance, most windows seem extremely simple, but the history of windows is not as transparent as It first appears. BEGINNING The English…
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