FASTER!: Humanity's Quest to Save Time

FASTER!: Humanity's Quest to Save Time The Elevator

At any given moment there are about 18 million elevators operating around the world; they're the backbone of the modern city and have quite literally shaped the world in which we live.

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FASTER!: Humanity's Quest to Save Time The Highway

Over time, roads have evolved from the footpath to the high-speed limited access highways; today we take them for granted, but have you ever given any thought to whether they are really saving us any time?

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FASTER!: Humanity's Quest to Save Time The Shopping Mall

Enclosed shopping malls change the way people shop, think about shopping and change how people spend time.

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FASTER!: Humanity's Quest to Save Time The Plastic Container

The invention of the sealable plastic container in 1946 change the way people shop for food, the way we cook and the way we eat.

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FASTER!: Humanity's Quest to Save Time The Microwave

Discovered by accident in 1946, the microwave oven revolutionized kitchens, and it is one of the most ubiquitous household appliances in the world.

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FASTER!: Humanity's Quest to Save Time The Disposable Cup

Originally invented to save lives, the disposable cup goes on to become an international symbol of busyness, a must-have multitasking accessory.

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FASTER!: Humanity's Quest to Save Time The Bar Code

The barcode shortened check-out times, advanced the global supply chain, accelerated next-day delivery and made same-day delivery possible.

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