The Wheel (Harrison)

By MsLc02
  • 3500 BCE

    First Wheel

    First wheel made from a cut log with a hole in the middle.
  • 2000 BCE

    First Wheel With A Spoke

    The first wheel with a spoke was made. Used for chariots and ancient inventions.
  • 1000 BCE

    First Iron-rimmed Wheels

    Wheels began to have an iron rim. Giving the wheel greater durability and attraction.

  • First Wire-Tension Spokes

    The first wire-tension spokes were made for bikes because the previous spokes weren't strong enough to fit them.

  • First Air-Pumped tires.

    The first air-pumped tire was made. It made the passenger's ride more smooth when riding over rocks or bumps.

  • First Welded Steel Spokes

    The welded steel spokes were made to improve the durability of the wheel.

  • First ''Tweel-Wheels''

    The ''Tweel-Wheels" helped merge the wheel and the tire without the use of air.