JACQUARD, Joseph Marie (1752-1834). French mechanic
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JACQUARD, Joseph Marie (1752-1834). French mechanic
JACQUARD, Joseph Marie (1752-1834). French mechanic. Mechanical loom, machine invented in 1802. Engraving
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Engravings Invented Jacquard Loom Marie Mechanic Mechanical Technical Technician Technicians Technique Technology Masculine Persons
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Joseph Marie Jacquard (1752-1834), a French mechanic, is depicted in this engraving as he stands before his groundbreaking invention, the mechanical loom, which he created in 1802. The intricately detailed machine, with its horizontal arrangement of warp threads and heddles, revolutionized the textile industry by enabling the production of complex patterns and designs previously unattainable through traditional weaving techniques. Jacquard's ingenious use of punched cards to control the weaving process allowed for the automation of textile production and paved the way for the Industrial Revolution. The masculine figure of Jacquard, dressed in the attire of a technician, is surrounded by the mechanical components of his creation, showcasing the intricate interplay of yarn, gears, and levers. The engraving, in rich colors, captures the essence of the technological breakthrough and the transformative power of innovation. Jacquard's mechanical loom not only changed the way textiles were produced but also served as a symbol of human ingenuity and the potential of technology to revolutionize industries.
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