During the Renaissance, several key sailing instruments were not yet invented, including the sextant, which later revolutionized navigation by allowing sailors to determine their latitude and longitude more accurately. The chronometer, essential for precise timekeeping at sea to calculate longitude, was also absent during this period. Additionally, the modern compass, while in use, lacked the advanced features and reliability found in later versions. These limitations affected navigation and exploration during the Renaissance era.
marainer's compas
During the Renaissance, the mariner's astrolabe and the magnetic compass were already in use, but one notable instrument not invented until later was the sextant. The sextant, which allows sailors to measure the angle between celestial bodies and the horizon for navigation, was developed in the 18th century. Other instruments like the chronometer, crucial for determining longitude, were also developed after the Renaissance period.
The sonar was not invented during the Renaissance. This period, which roughly spanned from the 14th to the 17th century, saw significant advancements in navigation, including the improvement of maps, the compass, and the astrolabe. However, sonar technology, which uses sound waves to detect underwater objects and measure distances, was developed much later, in the 20th century.
During the Renaissance, the astrolabe was improved significantly, enhancing navigation by allowing sailors to measure the altitude of celestial bodies. Additionally, advancements in cartography led to more accurate and detailed maps, which greatly aided maritime exploration. The magnetic compass also saw refinements during this period, becoming an essential tool for navigating open waters. However, sonar was not invented until much later, in the 20th century.
Sometime during or after the Renaissance. Definately not before the Renaissance.
Harp and lute
The quadrant was invented during the renaissance, around the 15th century.
Harp and Lute
The lute and the volce.
The lute was the most common plucked string instrument of the Renaissance.
The lute was the most common plucked string instrument of the Renaissance.
Gunpowder was invented by the Chinese and came to Europe by the 1200's. So, it was used well before the Renaissance.