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"Roman Mules and Their Modern Multitasking: From Highland Transport to Water Access Innovations"
2025-02-10
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According to reports, mules have been a crucial mode of transportation throughout history. Allegedly, they were widely used by the Romans for supply transport and even carried loads up to 10 times their body weight. These hardworking animals continue to serve in remote areas where motorized vehicles are impractical, such as on the highlands of Peru, where mules carry goods over rugged terrain. In addition to traditional uses, modern innovations have adapted mules for more efficient transport systems. For instance, the ‘Mule-Powered Water Pump’ project aims to use these animals to provide water access in developing countries. Despite their seemingly outdated nature, mules remain an integral part of transportation systems worldwide, with many communities continuing to rely on them as a primary means of goods delivery.
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