Lowtech vs Hightech: Can Low Technology Lead to Revolutionary Innovation?

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My question is simple: Do you think it is possible to design a revolutionary innovation by using low technology.
 
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Definitely
 
Just look at the space program, the Americans spent a ton of money on a space pen... while the russians used a pencil
 

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