This gives snother example where the old-generation Lego Technics bricks shine. Besides their circular holes at the side, these still connect at their top and their bottom side with regular Lego studs.
I wish these bricks have a comeback. Why did Lego go this way? I assume it was too complicated to use for some as it allows for a two dimensional connection. Although on the other hand, this actually increases creativity in my opinion, because you could do more with a small assortment of pieces. However, this of course hinders sales of new sets, which might be a reason why Lego had a crisis around y2k.
The traditional bricks are difficult to stack and vertically to connect at the same time. Stone, two plates, Stone and then the holes on the vertical axis fit again. The modern beams are 1x1x1. Much better structure for model building.
Technics of today are different. They are mostly beams with holes and pins. The old technics were bricks with interlocking bumps on the top as well as holes on the side for pins and axels.
I wish these bricks have a comeback. Why did Lego go this way? I assume it was too complicated to use for some as it allows for a two dimensional connection. Although on the other hand, this actually increases creativity in my opinion, because you could do more with a small assortment of pieces. However, this of course hinders sales of new sets, which might be a reason why Lego had a crisis around y2k.