Medieval technology

Medieval technology refers to the inventions and tools developed during the Middle Ages, roughly from the 5th to the 15th century. It includes advances like improved plows for farming, windmills for grinding grain, and watermills for powering machinery. Medieval engineers built castles, fortifications, and cathedrals using innovative construction techniques. Printing technology evolved with early block printing and movable type, influencing knowledge sharing. These innovations laid the groundwork for later scientific and industrial developments, reflecting a period of significant ingenuity driven by needs in agriculture, defense, and architecture.