At the beginning of the 20th century, Henry Ford lit the flame of machinery in a small factory in Detroit, injecting the power of the machine into the bones of the United States, and changing the whole world forever.
Ford is not only an automaker, but also a mechanical innovator. In 1913, he introduced the "assembly line" production method, which not only reduced the cost of automobile manufacturing, but also created an efficient mechanized production model, and the automobile became an accessible and accessible thing from a luxury product.
Ford's success fueled the economic boom in the United States. The rise of the automobile industry has led to the development of raw material industries such as steel, rubber, and glass. At the same time, the construction of infrastructure such as roads, gas stations, and car repair centers has also promoted the development of the city. Ford's model became a symbol of America's economic success, and it also made the power of machinery deeply rooted in American society.
As general history writer Du Junli mentions in The Age of Nations, the third volume of the series "The Course of the Modern Age: Machines Change the World", Ford's success is only the beginning. In addition, the mechanization of agriculture and the crazy trend of invention and creation made the United States rise in the forest of the world.
This is a prime example of machines changing the world.
The rise of machinery has accelerated the development of global industry, from industrial machinery to intelligent machines, the power of machinery continues to lead the transformation of human society. Machines have not only changed the way of travel, but also profoundly changed the way of life and work, and have become the driving force for human progress.
1. The rise of machines has brought about a leap in productivity.
Automated and intelligent production lines improve the efficiency of the manufacturing industry, reduce the cost of commodity manufacturing, and promote the improvement of production quantity and quality. The occupational structure has also undergone a profound change, with heavy and repetitive manual work being replaced by machines, and new occupations have emerged, requiring people to have a higher level of skills.
2. The popularization of machines and technological progress have accelerated the process of globalization.
Automated production makes it easier for products to cross borders and the global ** chain is closer. The development of information technology has made cross-border exchanges more convenient and promoted the prosperity of the global economy.
3. Machines have changed the face of the city.
Intelligent transportation systems and mechanization of urban planning make cities more efficient and livable. The application of machines has changed people's lifestyles and promoted the process of social civilization, and the popularization of smart home systems has made life more convenient and environmentally friendly.
4. In the medical field, the application of machines has brought revolutionary changes.
From robotic surgery to AI-assisted diagnosis, advances in machinery have improved medical care, expanded the boundaries of medicine, and extended human lifespan.
5. The development of machines has a profound impact on the environment.
The efficient production mode reduces the waste of resources and improves the efficiency of energy utilization. However, some industrial activities have also brought about environmental pollution and resource consumption, prompting people to think about the importance of sustainable development.
It's no exaggeration to say that machines have changed the way we live and work, shaping the face of the world. With the continuous advancement of science and technology, machines will continue to play a key role in the development of human society.
The Course of Modernity: Machines Change the World is a set of general reading books that tell the history of the invention of machines and the modern course of mankind, divided into four volumes: the Age of Enlightenment, the Industrial Age, the National Era, and the Global Era. Through the evolution of machines, it tells an interesting and informative modern history in a unique way, presenting a clear and comprehensive development process of modern society. From this series of books, you can learn more about the process of the co-development and mutual influence of machines and society from a new and unique perspective. It's worth a read.