famous inventions

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    Richard arkwright

    Richard Arkwright invented the spinning frame in which was used for spinning yarn and thread through fibres such as cotton or wool.
  • John kay

    In the 18th century john kay invented the flying shuttle in which made weaving allot easier during the early industrial revolution.
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    james watt

    James watt invented the watt steam engine in 1775. It is used as a vacuum as it uses steam to create a vacuum near the piston.
  • James hargreaves

    In 1764 james Hargreaves invented the spinning jenny in which reduced the amount of work put in to produce cloth.
  • samuel compton

    Samuel invented the spinning mule in 1775. The spinning mule is used to spin cotton and other fibres. They were used allot in the late 18th century.
  • george stephenson

    He has made many inventions but he improved the steam locomotive in 1801.