Can you solve it? The forgotten Dutch invention that created the modern world

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A Revolutionary Idea: The Forgotten Dutch Invention Behind Modernity

The concept of "greatest invention" has sparked debate among historians and enthusiasts alike, with contenders such as the wheel, printing press, and steam engine vying for top spot. However, a new book, "Forgotten", suggests that a lesser-known Dutch invention from 1593 may have played a pivotal role in shaping modern society.

Invented by Cornelis Corneliszoon, a mechanized sawmill revolutionized shipbuilding, allowing the Dutch to construct vessels at an unprecedented pace. This innovation enabled them to dominate maritime trade and commerce for over a century, leaving an indelible mark on European and global culture.

Corneliszoon's machine was a masterclass in design simplicity and functionality. By combining basic components – a windmill, a rotating disc, two pins, two rods, and a guide – he created a machine that harnessed rotary motion to produce up-and-down motion for cutting logs into planks with minimal human effort.

The genius of Corneliszoon's invention lies in its clever application of existing parts. By carefully modulating the rotation of one component to drive another, he achieved a remarkable level of efficiency and precision. Each element played a vital role in the machine's operation, yet it was the seamless integration of these components that truly made it innovative.

Today, we're presented with a puzzle: design a machine that replicates this fundamental principle. Using only a rotating disc, two pins, two rods, and a guide, can you create a device that turns rotary motion into up-and-down motion?

The clock is ticking – tune in at 5pm UK to discover the solution. But for now, we challenge you: suggest alternative candidates for the world's greatest invention. Could it be something entirely new or a long-forgotten technology that deserves recognition? Share your ideas with us.

The book "Forgotten: How One Man Unlocked The Modern World" by Jaime Dávila is set to hit shelves on December 18, offering a fascinating glimpse into the life and work of Cornelis Corneliszoon.
 
The idea of a mechanized sawmill being the unsung hero behind modernity is totally mind-blowing 🤯. I mean, think about it - no one ever talks about this Dutch guy Cornelis Corneliszoon, but his invention had such a massive impact on shipbuilding and trade. It's crazy to consider how his design simplicity and functionality paved the way for centuries of maritime dominance. The fact that he cleverly repurposed existing parts to create something entirely new is pure genius 💡. Now, I'm curious to see if people can come up with alternative candidates for the world's greatest invention - maybe it'll be some old tech that deserves recognition 🤔.
 
I'm not buying it 😒. A Dutch sawmill from 1593 being the key to modernity? Please 🙄. It's just another excuse for someone to promote their book 📚. I mean, what about all the other inventions that actually changed the world? The one where they invented email in 1971 was probably overshadowed by this sawmill nonsense 🤣. And what's with the clock ticking challenge? Trying to get us to waste our time solving some puzzle 🕰️. Give me a break 😴.
 
😊 I mean, think about it... if this dude's machine could change shipbuilding forever and lead to centuries of dominance in maritime trade... that's like, fundamental to the entire fabric of modern society, right? And now we're reduced to just repurposing parts from an old windmill 🌬️ to recreate a basic principle. It's almost like, the real innovation wasn't Corneliszoon's machine itself, but our collective ability to recognize and learn from his design simplicity 🔍.

I wonder if this challenge, to replicate the machine in just a few components... isn't really about creating something new, but more about understanding how we can build upon existing ideas 🤝. It's like, what if instead of trying to invent the wheel again, we tried to figure out why it works so well in the first place? 🌀
 
OMG, I'm low-key obsessed with this new info about the Dutch sawmill inventor Cornelis Corneliszoon 🤯🌊! His invention from 1593 was literally game-changing for shipbuilding and maritime trade 🚢💨. The fact that he used basic components to create a machine that harnessed rotary motion is pure genius 💡. I mean, can you even imagine how much of a difference it must've made in terms of efficiency and precision? 🔩💪 It's crazy to think about how one simple idea could have such a huge impact on history 🤯 #CornelisCorneliszoon #ForgottenDutchInvention #ShipbuildingRevolution #GameChanger
 
🤯 I'm so stoked about this new book! I mean, who knew that some Dutch dude from 1593 was the real MVP when it comes to shaping modern society? 🚢💪 The idea of a mechanized sawmill being the unsung hero behind our modern shipbuilding industries is absolutely mind-blowing. And can you imagine how cool it would be to see people trying to recreate that exact design challenge now 😅. I'm definitely tuning in at 5pm UK to see if they come up with something innovative. Anyone got any ideas for the world's greatest invention? Maybe something like... AI-powered sustainable energy 🌞💻? Let's get the conversation started! 💬
 
🤔 OMG have you guys ever thought about how much Dutch people actually influenced our modern world? I mean, we're all shipping around in planes built with those super efficient sawmills 🛬💨. It's wild to think that one guy just took existing parts and combined them into something game-changing. Like, the fact that he used a windmill as part of his design is genius 😂. Can you even imagine how hard it would've been without it? I'm definitely gonna check out this book "Forgotten" on Dec 18... anyone else excited to learn more about Cornelis Corneliszoon? 📚
 
🤔 I'm loving this idea behind modernity 🚣‍♀️! Can you imagine if shipbuilding was that efficient back in my granddad's time? ⏰ It's crazy to think about how one guy's invention had such a huge impact on maritime trade and commerce. Corneliszoon's machine is like the ultimate example of simplicity being genius-level smart 🤓 I'm definitely intrigued by this challenge to recreate it - bring it on! 💪
 
I'm intrigued by this Dutch invention 🤔. I mean, it's crazy to think that something as simple as a sawmill can have such a massive impact on shipbuilding and trade. The guy's design is like, super clever - using existing parts to create something entirely new is just genius 💡. But, I gotta wonder, would this invention have made a difference without the Dutch maritime dominance? Was it really the catalyst for modern society or was it more of a...let's say, a necessary evil 🤷‍♂️? Still, I'm excited to see where this book takes us and what other forgotten tech might be waiting in the wings 🔍.
 
I'm low-key mind blown by this Dutch invention 🤯! Like, who knew that something as simple as a mechanized sawmill could have such a huge impact on history? It's crazy to think that this innovation allowed the Dutch to dominate maritime trade and commerce for over a century 😲. And I love how Corneliszoon used existing parts to create something entirely new - it's like he was ahead of his time 🕰️.

As for the puzzle they're presenting, I'm not sure if I can solve it in 5 minutes 🤔, but I'd love to see what others come up with! Maybe we can even come up with a new invention that tops this one? 💡

It's also interesting to think about how this forgotten technology could inspire us today. We're always looking for ways to innovate and improve our lives, and maybe there's something in Corneliszoon's design that we can learn from 🤓.

Anyway, I'm definitely going to check out the book "Forgotten" when it comes out - sounds like a fascinating read! 👍
 
You know how I was just talking about my dad's old sawmill that he used back in the day? It was this huge thing, like a giant metal beast, but it made all these beautiful wooden boards from raw logs... anyway, reading about Cornelis Corneliszoon and his machine made me think of those old days. His invention is so cool, I mean, who needs all that fancy tech when you can just use basic parts to make something work? Reminds me of my friend's DIY project, building a bike from scratch with just a few tools... nowadays everyone's always talking about AI and robotics, but sometimes I think we forget about the simple things that made life better in the first place 🤖
 
I'm low-key obsessed with this story 🤯! Like, I had no idea about this Dutch guy making waves in shipbuilding back in 1593 🌊. It's wild to think that something so simple can have such a huge impact on history 🤯. And the fact that it was just a bunch of basic parts put together in a clever way... genius! 💡 I'm definitely tuning in at 5pm UK to see if we can come up with an alternative invention idea 🕒️. It's not just about creating something new, but also about repurposing existing tech in innovative ways 💻. Can't wait to dive into the book "Forgotten" on Dec 18 and learn more about Cornelis Corneliszoon 📚. This is a game-changer for me, guys 😎!
 
I mean, think about it... this Dutch guy, Cornelis Corneliszoon, he's not just some random inventor, he's like a master of simplification, you know? He takes these basic components, like a windmill and a rotating disc, and he turns them into something that changes the game. I'm not saying his invention is the "greatest" or anything, but it's like... how many people can say they created something that revolutionized shipbuilding?

And what's wild is that this guy didn't exactly invent something new from scratch. He took existing parts and made them work together in a way that was super efficient and precise. That's like, the ultimate goal of innovation, right? And now we're supposed to come up with our own solution using just a few simple components... I'm down for the challenge, but it's also kinda cool to think about how this guy's invention is still influencing us today.

I guess what I'm saying is, it's easy to overlook people who make big contributions without getting all the credit. But Cornelis Corneliszoon's story is like a reminder that sometimes, the most innovative ideas come from unexpected places... 🤔
 
I'm intrigued by this forgotten Dutch invention 🤔. I mean, it's crazy that something as simple as combining basic parts could lead to such a game-changing innovation in shipbuilding 🚣‍♀️. But what really gets me is how Corneliszoon managed to achieve efficiency and precision using existing components. That level of design simplicity is just genius 💡.

However, I do wonder if we're placing too much emphasis on this one invention as the "greatest" 🤷‍♂️. Wasn't it more about the collective efforts of people in the Netherlands who built upon this idea over time? Or maybe we should be looking at other innovations that might have had a broader impact, like the rise of trade and commerce itself 📈.

Still, I'm curious to see what alternative candidates people come up with for the world's greatest invention 🤔. Maybe there's something entirely new or a long-forgotten tech that deserves recognition 💡. Bring it on!
 
🤯 this Dutch invention is wild! I mean, it's crazy how something so simple can change everything like that. I love how it was all about finding ways to reuse and recycle existing parts. Like, who needs a fancy new machine when you can just mess around with what you've got? And now we're being challenged to come up with our own inventions using the same basic principles... that's actually kinda cool 😎
 
I'm loving this idea about the Dutch sawmill inventor 🤔💡! I mean, think about it - he basically revolutionized shipbuilding and changed the game for maritime trade. And it's not just about the impact on commerce, but also on culture and society as a whole. It's crazy to think that something so simple could have such a profound effect.

And can we talk about how cool it is that his machine was all about design simplicity and functionality? I mean, who doesn't love a good example of "less is more"? 😎 Plus, the fact that he used existing parts to create something new and innovative is just genius-level thinking. It's like he was one of the first true problem-solvers in history.

I'm definitely intrigued by the challenge to recreate his machine using only basic components 📦🔧. I think it's a great way to encourage people to think creatively and come up with new ideas. And who knows, maybe we'll discover something entirely new that changes everything again! 🔥
 
omg u guys its like 1593 now imagine being able to build a whole ship in like 1 day lol what if every shipbuilding country had this tech from like ancient egypt or china? game changer! i mean the way it combines old parts is pure genius. its like the macguffin of inventions i wish they showed more pics of corneliszoon in action tho
 
😊 I'm loving this thread revival! Cornelis Corneliszoon's invention of the mechanized sawmill sounds like a total game-changer for shipbuilding. I mean, think about it - with this tech, the Dutch were able to build vessels at an insane pace, dominating trade and commerce for centuries. That's some serious innovation right there. 🚢💪 I'm curious to know more about Corneliszoon's design process - was he a total genius or did he just have a knack for combining existing parts in creative ways? 🤔
 
🤔 this dude's invention is wild! like seriously, how did one machine just revolutionize shipbuilding? 🚣‍♀️ i mean, it's not like it's rocket science or anything... but at the same time, it kinda is? 💡 idk about this puzzle thing tho, that sounds super annoying 😒
 
OMG u guys r gonna love dis 🤯! I mean, think about it - without this Dutch invention from 1593, we wouldn't even have the modern shipbuilding industry as we know it today 🚢. It's like, the OG innovation that paved the way for centuries of trade and commerce 💸. And can u believe Corneliszoon just threw together basic parts to create something revolutionary? Genius is in the details, right? 😎 I'm definitely checking out this book "Forgotten" when it comes out - sounds like a wild ride 📚!
 
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