Eli Whitney was an American inventor who is best known for inventing the cotton gin, a machine that revolutionized the cotton industry by making it easier and faster to separate cotton fibers from their seeds.
Related terms
Industrial Revolution: The period of rapid industrialization that occurred in the late 18th century, characterized by advancements in technology, manufacturing processes, and changes in society.
Cotton Production: The process of growing and harvesting cotton plants for the purpose of obtaining raw materials used in textile production.
Interchangeable Parts: Identical components that can be easily replaced or swapped out in a machine or product without requiring custom adjustments or modifications. This concept was popularized by Eli Whitney and contributed to mass production methods.