The Washing Machine!
By: Vivianny Cabrera
Impact
History
* a scrub board (invented in 1797)
* before the 1800's not many people have seen a washing machine or used one!
* another century later not many people had one in their house.
* before washing clothes would take a long time.
Who Invented the first "powered" Washing Machine and Why?
* This was with pulling gears and pegs to push the clothes.
*This was for his wife as a Birthday gift.
Who invented the first electric Washing Machine ?
* Called the Thor.
* Manufactured by Hurley Machine Company. ( in 1908)
Pros And Cons
Pros
* Can be powered by renewable wind energy.
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Cons
* Washing machines are involved in 1 out of 22 house fires.
*Almost a quarter of the water in U.S. used toward washing machines.
Fun Facts
* Washing machines from the front wash better than the ones from the top.
* average load = 16 different items, would take an hour and half to wash/dry.
* One nickname for a washing machine is Oprah Spinfrey.
* 90% of women do laundry.