The Dobby
Eric Henry | Rae Weaver
Our Dobby Control is a shedding mechanism for programming weaving patterns. Positioned pegs in a chain of bars are fed through each lift. Where there is a peg, a heddle frame is lifted. No peg, no lift, so it's a very basic computer!
This one is designed by us for our loom, and is based on a principle that has been in use on looms since the industrial revolution
It will no doubt get further modified and refined as it is used