Technology of the Future Home
A few hundred years ago, the idea that you could do all your washing by machines would have seemed like alien technology. Now, most homes have dishwashers, washing machines and tumble dryers, freeing us up to relax after the working day by watching television or completing some other hobby. With technology advancing to the degree it has, we are now anticipating more additions to the home, making life as convenient as possible. For example, in the 1950’s the average time a person would spend on household chores through the week was an arduous 57 hours, compared to today where the average time spent is only 208 hours a year! Future advances, such as those listed below, aim to reduce this time further, allowing future generations to have more free time to work or pursue personal goals.
Smart Windows
There may be a day very soon where there is no need for blinds and curtains. Smart windows have been developed which are capable of being dark or transparent depending on the user’s preference at the time. The technology revolves around materials that have electrochromic qualities. Electrochromic describes materials that change colour when a voltage is applied, in this case t,he electricity would cause ...
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Smart Windows
There may be a day very soon where there is no need for blinds and curtains. Smart windows have been developed which are capable of being dark or transparent depending on the user’s preference at the time. The technology revolves around materials that have electrochromic qualities. Electrochromic describes materials that change colour when a voltage is applied, in this case t,he electricity would cause ...
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