There are countless inventions in1970s that are still in use today. Whether it’s a calculator, phone, or ride-on mower many of us now use every day were all created around this time. You’ll find the differences between what we use today and how things were done 40 years ago interesting if not hilarious.
In 1970, the whole world was busy exploding with new inventions, many of which have now become pretty much standard things today. To us, it all seems like common sense, but back then these inventions were very ground-breaking! You can’t imagine how we survived before they were invented.
The Post-it Note
The Post-it Note is a sticky note widely used by people to write down any message or notes. It is recognized by someone as a useful tool to use during work or class and because of this, its popularity of it has become even more so in recent years. This excellent (and affordable) little invention also has a multitude of uses, other than that of being a mere reminder on the fridge or computer screen.
Anti-lock brakes
Anti-lock brakes, or ABS for short, are one of the most important automotive developments in recent history. The purpose of the anti-lock brake system is to maximize braking performance and enhance safety under different road conditions. Anti-lock brakes were first invented by Robert Bosch, who found that traditional drum brakes performed poorly when traveling downhill or with fully loaded vehicles. Without ABS, drivers were forced to turn back whenever conditions warranted slowing down. But with ABS, drivers enjoyed the money-saving benefits of driving even with full loads.
Barcode
A barcode is a machine-readable representation of data in a visual format. They are primarily used to identify items from purchase to inventory logging. They were first created in the 1960s and they were only used in grocery stores, but now they are all around us.
Pocket calculator
A pocket calculator is a device that is designed to perform mathematical calculations. It is usually a small, portable device, unlike most computers. A pocket calculator usually contains a display, a keyboard, and an input method (for example, a touchpad). This allows calculating anywhere and anytime. Some have the capability of data storage, so you can store your calculations for further use.
Conclusion
This list of retro inventions was quite the nostalgic trip. What do you think of these retro inventions that you thought were only invented in the past five, ten, or twenty years? Are any of them unexpected? Did any of them inspire an invention of your own? Please share if you have had an experience like this!