Technology in Terpsechore

Technology in the World of Terpsechore varies greatly from nation to nation. MAny nations are undergoing an industrial revolution.

In addition, technologies in general advanced differently based on bending and alchemy. Some samples include the earthbending-powered trains, and steam as a source of energy for power plants.

History
During the year 20 ASC, there was a rapid advance in all fields of technology. In just 40 years an unprecedented change and rethinking of society occurred; significant improvements were made to communication, transportation, manufacturing, architecture, and warfare technology. The people both of which demanded participating parties to create new technology in order to discourage their opponents as well as lower battle costs and casualties.

Communication
Prior 30 ASC, the primary form of long-distance communication was by sending a messenger bird carrying notes to and from the point of interest. Many people had personal messenger birds that could send messages to far-away locations at a relatively fast pace. However, this form of communication was not foolproof, as the birds did not always reach their destination.

After the 40 ASC, advances in technology led to the introduction of telegraphy and the radio, which revolutionized long-distance communication. People living miles away from the broadcaster could now receive messages instantaneously and partake in a conversation. Radios began being used by news broadcasters, and military forces. Since many people had a personal radio, this type of broadcasting made it easy for small groups of people to communicate a message to a larger number of people in a region.

Aside from telegraphy, other innovative inventions were made in communication, such as the microphone and megaphone. These new sound amplifiers were commonly used in public events and protests, where it was imperative that all members of the audience be able to hear the words of the announcers clearly. Another significant innovation was the phonograph, which made sound recording possible. Telephones have also been developed, which make long-distance communication possible.

Electricity
Although electricity is available in many parts of the Terpsechore, people tends to still use light crystals and gas lit lamps as primary means of artificail illumination. Electricity is produced by coal powered steam generators. Most modern appliances now rely primarily on electricity, thus giving much importance for that technology.

Transportation
Modes of transportation includes animals, animal drawn carriages, automobiles, steam locomotive, earthbender powered trains for land travel; airships and hot air ballon for air travel; and boats, canoes, ships, ferries, and barges foe sea travel.