Ships and boats form the foundations of the maritime connectivity that is a central part of our understanding of the ancient Mediterranean. While the general chronological sequence of sail and sailing-rig development is well established, the implications are less-well discussed. This article sets out how sails and sailing rigs developed in antiquity, with emphasis on the Greco-Roman world. Subsequently, instances of innovation are defined. Why specific pieces of maritime technology were, or were not, widely adopted is considered. Long-term technological continuity can be comprehended, and a shared maritime culture of sailing in the ancient Mediterranean is suggested.

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古代地中海的帆船和钻机：推进技术的连续性，变化和变化的含义

船舶是海上连通性的基础，这是我们对古代地中海的了解的核心部分。尽管已经很好地确定了帆和帆架发展的一般时间顺序，但对影响的讨论却很少。本文阐述了古代风帆和帆船装备的发展历程，重点介绍了希腊罗马世界。随后，定义了创新实例。人们考虑了为什么广泛采用特定的海事技术。可以理解长期的技术连续性，并建议在古代地中海共享航海文化。