If we broaden our historical lens and view multiple decades as a singular historical moment, the Jacquard loom has indeed become one of the most influential inventions in our modern history. This week, we will look at how a piece of weaving equipment directly inspired the first computer, changing the way humans navigate through the world.

Textiles, materials that surround our everyday lives but are seemingly overlooked. The innovations behind this industry have had profound effects on our world today.