Work did not advance significantly for many years.

Fast forward a few decades and one might expect new technology to have advanced significantly.

Wingsuit technology has advanced significantly in the past few years - the materials are lighter and more flexible, the wings are more effective.

During the 15th century, cannon advanced significantly, so that bombards were effective siege engines.

The technology of both bit types has advanced significantly to provide improved durability and rate of penetration of the rock.