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When something is invented it is automatically assumed that it is modern. However, here are five instances where modern technologies were not so modern.

These Are Top 5 Modern Technologies That Are in fact Ancient

PLASTIC SURGERY

Way back in 1917, plastic surgery was invented by Harold Gillies. He used this type of surgery to help repair some of the victims that were wounded in World War I. However, it was revealed in the Edwin Smith Papyrus that this surgery actually took place way back in 3000 BC. Ancient Egyptians used this to rebuild thieves noses.

VENDING MACHINES

Way back in the late 19th century, vending machines were invented to dispense postcards of books. However, way back in the first century, the Greek Physicist Hero created coin operated machines that actually dispensed holy water in temples. Basically, this was invented so worshipers would stop taking holy water that they did not pay for.

ALARM CLOCKS

Another one of the major modern technologies that actually was not so modern was the alarm clock. Levi Hutchins is usually the man that is given the credit for inventing the alarm clock in 1787. However, way back in 440 BC the Greek Philosopher Plato actually used his own personal water clock to wake him up. So, I think he should get credit for inventing the alarm clock. The only difference with Plato is he was using water and not an annoying buzzing sound.

EARTHQUAKE DETECTORS

In 1875, the Italian Scientist Filippo Cecchi created the modern seismograph which was used to detect earthquakes. However, in 132 AD Chinese Inventor Zhang Heng actually created the very first seismoscope. His version was a 1.8-meter bronze vessel that was detailed with dragons on the side.

AUTOMATIC DOORS

Back in 1954, Dee Horton and Lew Hewitt created the automatic sliding door. They did this to solve the problem of opening a regular door in poor weather. They were not the first ones, though. In 50 BC, Hero of Alexandria had already invented an automatic door for temples. More modern technologies are sure to be made, and it will probably be revealed that they are not so modern.

Top 5 Modern Technologies That Are in fact Ancient

Waking up to the Smell of Bacon Will Soon Be a Reality– Introducing Sensorwake - http://clapway.com/2015/06/25/waking-up-to-the-smell-of-bacon-will-soon-be-a-reality-introducing-sensorwake987/

Mornings can be tough, and there is often very little that can persuade you from moving from the comforts of your bed and fully waking up to face the trials and tribulations of a new day. Okay, maybe there are some exceptions. The smell of freshly brewed coffee, money, or sizzling bacon could certainly be a motivational reminder of the wonders of being awake. Luckily for all of us allergic to the morning sunrise, this is soon to become a possibility thanks to Sensorwake, the world’s first olfactory alarm clock.

The brainchild of Guilaume Rolland, an 18-year-old French engineering student and entrepreneur, Sensorwake is one of the current Kickstarter projects. With 1,349 backers, this product is set to become a reality by November 2015.

Waking up to Your Favourite Scent

We all have a smell that will put us in a happy place and send nostalgic shivers down our spines. Be it a fully cooked American breakfast, the ocean, or freshly cut grass, so many scents can be set on the Sensorwake to slowly soothe you out of bed. The device is as simple as using an espresso machine, minus the trouble of having to clean it up afterwards. By simply placing a scent capsule into the alarm clock, it will defuse your favourite smell at the time you set for your awakening. What’s better is that the capsules are 100% recyclable and can be used up to 60 times.

Can a Scent Really Wake You?

Waking up to your favourite scent would surely make you even more settled in your duvet cocoon, right? Wrong. Guilaume and his team have proved that in 99% of cases, using Sensorwake as your alarm clock will get you out of bed in less than 2 minutes. If the power of the scent isn’t enough to entice you out of bed, then an additional alarm clock will get you moving after three minutes.

Have A Peaceful Day

Sensorwake is designed for the purpose of not only waking up, but waking up feeling happy and refreshed, giving you a positive start to your working day.

To find out more about Sensorwake and how you can get your hands and nose on this revolutionary gadget, check out their official website.

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Here’s our review of the Sensorwake alarm clock:

Waking up to the Smell of Bacon Will Soon Be a Reality– Introducing Sensorwake