Historical Events tagged with "automation"
Turns out history loves a label—battles, breakthroughs, and the occasional disaster, all neatly tagged for your browsing pleasure. Because sometimes you just need every weird invention in one place.
Demonstration of Telekino Remote Control Technology
Leonardo Torres Quevedo showcased his invention, the Telekino, by controlling an electric boat from over 2 km away in Bilbao Abra, Spain. This groundbreaking demonstration involved guiding a boat with passengers onboard from the shore using wireless remote-control principles. The event highlighted the enormous potential of remote control technology in transportation and communication.
Continue ReadingAlmon Strowger Patents the Strowger Switch
Almon Strowger patented the Strowger switch, a groundbreaking device that automated telephone circuit switching. This innovation addressed the inefficiencies of manual switchboards, transforming how telephone calls were connected. Strowger, an undertaker, developed the idea after experiencing frustration with misdirected calls leading to missed business opportunities. The patent marked a significant shift in telecommunications, paving the way for automated systems that enhanced communication.
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