the Flying Shuttle

The Flying Shuttle was an early weaving device invented by John Kay in 1733, which significantly increased fabric production. It allowed a weaver to pass the yarn back and forth across the loom quickly and easily, enabling one person to weave wider fabrics and produce textiles faster. The shuttle "flew" back and forth through the warp threads, reducing manual labor and improving efficiency. This innovation was a key step in the Industrial Revolution, helping to automate textile manufacturing and meet growing demand for cloth.