| Full Name |
Margaret E. Knight |
| Date of Birth |
14 February 1838 |
| Place of Birth |
South Berwick, Maine, USA |
| Date of Death |
14 October 1914 |
| Place of Death |
Framingham, Massachusetts, USA |
| Citizenship / Country of Residence |
United States |
| Education |
Briefly attended the Elmira Female College. |
| Profession |
Inventor |
| Years of Activity |
Mid-19th Century - Early 20th Century |
| Brief Information |
Margaret E. Knight was a prolific American inventor who is best known for her invention of a machine that automated the production of flat-bottomed paper bags. She is credited with over 27 patents during her lifetime, including improvements to the textile industry and industrial machinery. Her work significantly contributed to manufacturing efficiency and the widespread availability of common household items. |