Most important inventions throughout history

From the Latin inventum, the term invention refers to the invented thing or to the action and effect of inventing (finding or discovering something new or unknown). The person who dedicates his time to these discoveries is known as an inventor.

Inventions can be based on previous ideas or already existing objects. However, the invention process may include modifications or innovations that result in something unprecedented. When the creation arises from the inventiveness of the person and without specific background, the invention is a great contribution to human knowledge.

Inventions can be protected through a patent. This legal resource implies that the exploitation of the invention is only allowed to the owner of the patent.

Technological inventions aim to make human life more practical and easier by saving time, money and effort. Due to these advances, business processes have evolved and have allowed innovation in different fields, which have an impact on our day to day.

The motivation for an invention can arise from the need (to satisfy something), the desire for profit or simple curiosity. In most cases, however, different motivations are combined.