History of the Wheel The wheel is an invention that has significantly impacted human civilization. Its use spans across various industries and applications, from transportation to machinery. The invention of the wheel has revolutionized human civilization in ways that are hard to quantify. In this blog, we'll explore the history of the wheel and how it has impacted human society. The Invention of the Wheel The wheel is believed to have been invented in ancient Mesopotamia, around 3500 BC. This invention is credited with being one of the most significant achievements in human history. The first wheels were not used for transportation but for pottery making. They were used to shape clay into pots and other objects. Over time, people began to realize that wheels could be used for transportation. The first wheels used for transportation were solid wooden disks that were attached to carts or chariots. These early wheels were not very efficient, heavy and cumbersome. They wer