The year 2017 has been quite spectacular for a number of reasons, one of them being the inventions that took place.The best inventions of 2017 encompass a wide range of domains. From a low sugar ice cream with a notably low-calorie count to self-heating coffee mugs, 2017 certainly brought us a long way forward.Overall, 25 inventions were featured in Time Magazine for their sheer innovativeness. However, 2017 had way more than just 25 inventions to offer. From the field of defense to technology, no area was left behind. Some of the newest technology to be released in 2017 was ‘Panda’, a cheap robot arm that is capable of self-replication, and the Thyssenkrupp MULTI elevators, which can even move sideways. Most of the inventions of 2017, are considered successful and remain to be in use in some form or capacity.Best defense inventions in 2017Even in the world of defense, a number of inventions revolutionized how everything works. Let us now take a look at some of the best inventions related to defense!In China, quite an advanced and terrifying invention took place in the form of a superweapon. Often tagged as the most powerful naval gun in the world, this weapon makes use of electromagnetic energy in order to launch shells. These shells fly at a speed of 5760 mph (9269.8 kph), destroying anything in their path. This gun is mounted on a battleship, and if reports are to be believed, the country may put it in use as early as 2025. Apart from this weapon, China also released the first amphibious drone in 2017. This drone, which is capable of being used both in land and sea operations, is equipped with a missile launching system, in addition to two machine guns. This technology is yet to be commercialized, and as of now, only the military uses it. These inventions certainly prove how China plays a major role in the world of innovation and had several important inventions in 2017.Talking about the best inventions of 2017, the UTAP-22 MAKO must be mentioned! This drone genuinely looks like it belongs in the future. The UTAP-22 MAKO, which was invented in association with the Air Force of the United States, is a combat craft and has a length of 20 ft (6 m). Even though this craft is unmanned, it is capable of mirroring the movements of a manned jet. Additionally, the UTAP-22 MAKO is provided with missiles that can be released in multiple directions.Best medical inventions in 2017Eyesight is extremely important to perceive reality. However, life is somewhat different for the blind. eSight 3 is a great invention that works for the visually impaired or the legally blind population. Sufferers of low vision due to cataracts, macular degeneration, ocular albinism, and other chronic illnesses are referred to as legally blind people. Eyesight 3 is a wearable medical device that uses high-definition video with powerful contrast, proprietary algorithms, and great magnification to identify facial expressions. These powerful glasses create a virtual reality that stimulates the synaptic activity in the brain to enhance the field of actual vision.Apart from influencing climate change, polluted air leads to plenty of health problems including heart diseases and respiratory disorders. Thus, scientists always focus on improved air quality and Molekule is one such invention that targets minimizing air pollution. The device comes with two different filters namely the pre-air filter and nano-air filter. The pre-filter captures larger particles of dust while the nano-filter eliminates the pollutants at a molecular level.Breast pumps collect milk from breasts to store for later use. Often, it becomes quite uncomfortable and leads to leakage. The Willow Pump, which originated in California, is a wearable breast pump that gives mobility to the mother while pumping into the milk bags.Best innovative inventions in 2017Nike has gone a step further to empower women in the field of athletics. It has launched Nike’s Pro Hijab as a substitute for the traditional hijab for Muslim athletes. It is made up of breathable polyester fabric that absorbs sweat. Its strategic design keeps the hijab in place during activities. Thus Nike’s hijab is extremely popular among Muslim athletes.Rihanna’s makeup brand ‘Fenty Beauty’ has received international fame with its diverse makeup range suitable for each and every skin tone. Beauty brands are often flagged for promoting bias towards lighter skin tones. However, Rihanna’s brand has received a lot of praise for being inclusive of women of color. ‘Fenty Beauty’ launched in 2017 and has been tagged as one of the best inventions of 2017, due to its inclusivity in terms of shade range. Even according to Time Magazine, the fact that Rihanna’s brand recognized and acknowledged every skin tone and made products catering to them, is not something that happens every day.Another innovative invention of 2017 worth mentioning is the Norton Core wi-fi router. This smart wi-fi router has got to be one of the most notable inventions due to its built-in security system. This router has the capability of providing protection to all the smart devices in your home, including any kind of technology where software cannot even be installed. Norton Core is the perfect example of how far the world has advanced and how making one’s smart home secure is actually quite simple!Best technological inventions in 2017Tesla cars always deserve a special mention when it comes to technological inventions. In the year 2017, Tesla came up with the model three version. Its notable features include dual-motor wheels, a performance brake, and lowered suspension.Apple doesn’t lag behind when it comes to technologies and its latest upgraded version of the Apple iPhone X came with brilliant features. Some of them include the 3D touch, augmented reality-optimized processor, true tone display, and Face ID unlock. This smarter smartphone might be extremely expensive but that did not affect its sales from skyrocketing.The invention of robots is definitely a life-altering phenomenon. One of the latest robotic inventions in the year 2017 is Jibo. It is a Robo assistant that is quite different from stationary speakers. Its appearance looks similar to the characters in a Pixar movie.The Nintendo Switch was the latest gaming console developed by the Nintendo franchise to be released worldwide in 2017. It has a screenshot button enabled in its system, it can be connected to the television, and you can also browse the web through the console.
The year 2017 has been quite spectacular for a number of reasons, one of them being the inventions that took place.
