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Cotton manufacture: mule spinning. Engraving c1830
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Cotton manufacture: mule spinning. Engraving c1830
533518 Cotton manufacture: mule spinning. Engraving c1830.; (add.info.: Note boy on right employed to crawl under threads & sweep up. Self-acting mule of type devised by Richard Roberts 1825. Roof of building supported by iron trusses. Richard Roberts (1789-1864) was a British patternmaker and engineer whose development of high-precision machine tools contributed to the birth of production engineering and mass production.); Universal History Archive/UIG
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1825 C1830 Cotton Crawl Employed Industrial Development Industrial Revolution Iron Machine Manufacture Mass Production Mechanisation Mill Mule Note Richard Roberts Roof Spinning Supported Sweep Threads Trusses Type Devised Self Acting
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Step into the heart of the Industrial Revolution with this engraving from around 1830, showcasing the innovative mule spinning process in a British cotton mill. The self-acting mule, designed by Richard Roberts in 1825, revolutionized textile production by allowing for greater mechanization and efficiency. Note the young boy employed to crawl under the threads and sweep up any stray fibers, highlighting the labor-intensive nature of this early industrial process.
The roof of the building is supported by iron trusses, a testament to the ingenuity of engineers like Roberts who were pushing boundaries in terms of design and innovation. This image not only provides a glimpse into Britain's industrial past but also celebrates the pioneering spirit that drove progress during this transformative period. As we gaze upon this historic scene, we are reminded of the significant impact that technological advancements had on shaping modern society.
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