James Hargreaves (inventor)

James Hargreaves was an 18th-century English inventor best known for creating the spinning jenny, a machine that dramatically increased thread production. Before this invention, spinning was a slow hand process, which limited textile manufacturing. The jenny allowed a single worker to spin multiple spools of thread simultaneously, boosting efficiency and helping fuel the Industrial Revolution. Hargreaves' innovation marked a key step in mechanizing textile production, making fabric more affordable and accessible. His work contributed significantly to the development of modern manufacturing processes, transforming the textile industry from cottage-based to factory-based production.