Jacquard power loom. In 1801 Joseph-Marie Jacquard (1752-1834) invented a method of weaving intricate patterns which were encoded on punched cards. The swags of punched cards carrying the pattern for this early 20th century power operated loom are clearly visible.
Jacquard power loom. In 1801 Joseph-Marie Jacquard (1752-1834) invented a method of weaving intricate patterns which were encoded on punched cards. The swags of punched cards carrying the pattern for this early 20th century power operated loom are clearly visible.
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