Elias Howe

High school (ages 12+)
Science & Technology

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1. When was Elias Howe born?July 9, 1819
2. Where was Elias Howe born?Spencer, Massachusetts, USA
3. Who invented Elias Howe?Modern lockstitch sewing machine
4. What is the patent granted?September 10, 1846
5. What is the impact?Revolutionized garment production, democratized fashion, and contributed significantly to the Industrial Revolution
6. What did Elias Howe invent?He invented the lockstitch sewing machine, the first machine that could sew a strong, practical stitch quickly.

Lockstitch: A strong, interlocking stitch formed by two threads, providing superior durability and resistance to unraveling compared to single-thread stitches.
Patent Infringement: The violation of an inventor's exclusive rights granted by a patent, often involving unauthorized manufacturing or use of the patented invention.
Industrial Revolution: A period of major industrialization and innovation that took place during the late 18th and 19th centuries, transforming economies and societies.
Automation: The use of technology to perform tasks with minimal human intervention, a key outcome of Howe's sewing machine.