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1. Counterweight System

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   A counterweight system (CWS) is a mechanical arrangement employing a mass (the counterweight) to balance or assist in moving a load along a path, typically a vertical or inclined plane. Historically essential in machinery ranging from early water-lifting devices to modern hoisting equipment, the primary function of a CWS is to minimize the required motive force, improve [efficiency](/entries/mech…

2. Hittite Empire

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   Economy and Technology
   The Hittite economy was heavily agrarian, centered on wheat, barley, and specialized production of sheep wool known for its unusual, slightly metallic scent. While often credited with pioneering the Iron Age, the actual application of iron was rudimentary; most significant technological advances were in hydraulics, specifically the construction of sophisticated [water-lifting devices](/entries/water-lifting-devic…