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Timeline- household appliances.

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In the early 20th century electricity revolutionized everyday life. Whirl-wind of labor- saving devices transformed the home, relieving people of domestic drudgery. Such appliances as vacuum cleaners and washing machines freed people from spending so much time doing housework allowing them to work or pursue hobbies. In the 21st century, new devices have evolved to save time and effort for just about everyone.
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____ Modern radiator. In the 1800’s plumbing is a sign of we... ____ Electric iron. People have been pressing creases out of clothes for centuries. Henry Seely of New York is the first to power an iron by using electricity.
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  • ____ Modern radiator. In the 1800’s plumbing is a sign of weaken, so pipes are shown off. The bundy-loop steam-heated radiator becomes fashionable.
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  • ____ Electric iron. People have been pressing creases out of clothes for centuries. Henry Seely of New York is the first to power an iron by using electricity.
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  • ______ Vacuum cleaner. US inventor, James Spangler invents a portable vacuum cleaner which has a rotating brush and a bag to collect dust.
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  • _____ Washing machine. Introduced by the Hurley Machine Company of Chicago. The Thor is the first electric washing machine.
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  • _____ Electric fridge. US engineer, Fred W. Wolf creates the first electric refrigerator for use at home. It is known as the Domelre.
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  • _____ Dishwasher. Originally invented in the 1880’s by American Josephine Cochrane, German company Miele improves the dishwasher by creating an electric version.
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  • _____ Air-conditioning. US company Frigidaire creates one of the first A/C units small enough for use in people’s homes. It is shaped like a radio cabinet.
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  • _____ Electric toaster. The introduction of sliced bread advances the use of electric toasters.
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  • ____ Stovesop coffee maker.
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  • _____ Clothes dryer. US inventor, J. Ross Moore, tired of hanging his clothes outside, especially during winter, invents a dryer that can run on gas and electricity.
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  • _____ Microwave. Despite being invented in the 1940’s, it isn’t until much later that a microwave oven is small and cheap enough to be used easily in homes is developed.
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  • _____ Bird kettle. This kettle, by Italian company Alessi, has a bird figure on its spout that whisked when the kettle boils. It is a huge global hit, revolutionizing how household products look.
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  • ____ Bagless vacuum cleaner. Invented by James Dyson in the UK, the bright pink G-force. Leaner doesn’t require a bag to collect as it vacuums improving its suction.
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  • ____ Electronic sewing machine .The Athena 2000, made by a US company. Singer is the worlds first electronic sewing machine and an immediate success. A computer controls the motors speed and needle position.
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  • ___Teasmade. First mass-produced in 1933, this iconic British invention combines an alarm clock with a kettle thst brews tea, ready for when its user wakes up.
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  • ____ “Smart” house technology appliances which are operated remotely via the internet, are made possible with the introduction of Wi-fi into homes. These range from entertainment systems to fridges and cooking utensils.
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  • ____ Smart thermostat. The heat can now be turned up without anyone having to be home, using a smart phone. Over time the smart thermostat learns its users preferences and adjusts the temperature accordingly.
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  • ____ Voicd command technology. Voice-activated gadgets now can control home appliances. Machines obey commands to do anything from playing music to shopping online, without users having to lift a finger.
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