Thursday, September 26, 2013

Four greatest invention in Ancient China ep1/4: Compass


Compass was first found being used during the Spring and Autumn Warrior  Kingdoms era (BC 475 - 221). It was made by natural magnet and was designed similar as a spoon with a rounded bottom so that it can be placed on a smooth platform. It was called "South setting" as it points to the South direction. Once it was invented, it was widely used for military function.


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