Who invented the wood screw?

The wood screw is believed to have been invented by the ancient Greeks around the 3rd century BCE, with early versions attributed to Archytas of Tarentum. However, it was during the Renaissance that wood screws became more widely used, thanks to advancements in metalworking and the invention of the screw-cutting lathe. The design and functionality of wood screws evolved over time, leading to the modern screws we use today.