In God and Robots: Myths, Machines, and Ancient Dreams of Technology, Adrienne Mayor opens up ancient history to new interpretations by adopting a rather capacious definition of technology, one that ...

Firebricks have an ancient history but could be part of clean energy's future. Researchers estimate it could save $1 trillion on energy storage.

5 ancient technologies that outshined modern inventions When we think of modern innovations, we often picture digital devices, advanced medicine, or sleek engineering.

A team of researchers in Xi'an, Shaanxi province, has decoded the casting technique used by Bronze Age artisans 3,000 years ...

A new study found that a major shift in ancient human tool technology may be explained by massive environmental instability, offering lessons for today.

Humanoid robots kicked soccer balls, boxed and even attempted archery at the birthplace of the Olympic Games in Ancient Olympia.