Jan Ernst Matzeliger
Inventor of the shoe-lasting machine
Born
September 15th, 1852
172 years ago
Died
1889
136 years ago — 37 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United States
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An inventor developed the shoe-lasting machine, which revolutionized the shoe industry by significantly increasing production efficiency. This invention allowed modern shoe manufacturing to automate the process of attaching the upper part of the shoe to the sole, which was previously done by hand. Matzeliger faced challenges in obtaining patents and recognition due to racial and cultural barriers but persevered to bring his invention to fruition.
Developed the shoe-lasting machine
Patented his invention in 1883
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