Spinning Jenny (James Hargreaves)

The Spinning Jenny, invented by James Hargreaves in 1764, was a pioneering textile machine that greatly increased yarn production. It allowed a worker to operate multiple spindles simultaneously, enabling several threads to be spun at once. This innovation significantly boosted efficiency in the textile industry, reducing the time and labor needed to produce yarn. By automating part of the spinning process, the Spinning Jenny played a key role in the Industrial Revolution, helping meet growing demand for fabric and transforming manufacturing practices in cloth production.