1913Engineering & Technology
Fasten Up: The Zipper That Stitched the World Together
The modern zipper, widely used in clothing, bags, and footwear, was perfected by the Swedish-American inventor Gideon Sundbäck in 1913. His design improved earlier fastening devices, making them more reliable and practical. Today, zippers are indispensable in everyday life, demonstrating the power of Swedish ingenuity.
The modern zipper, widely used in clothing, bags, and footwear, was perfected by the Swedish-American inventor Gideon Sundbäck in 1913. His design improved earlier fastening devices, making them more reliable and practical. Today, zippers are indispensable in everyday life, demonstrating the power of Swedish ingenuity.