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Caledonia steam boat, side view of an engine
Caledonia steam boat, side view of an engine, cross section with front view of the boilers Date: 1817
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1817 Boilers Boulton Caledonia Watt Yacht Yachts
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This print depicts the Caledonia steam boat, showcasing a side view of its impressive engine from the year 1817. The steam engine, a marvel of the Industrial Revolution, revolutionized transportation on waterways, paving the way for a new era in maritime travel. The Caledonia, a yacht of considerable size, was designed by the renowned Scottish inventor James Watt and his partner Matthew Boulton. Watt, famous for his improvements to the Newcomen steam engine, brought his engineering expertise to the design of the Caledonia's engine. The cross-sectional view of the engine reveals the intricate mechanisms that transformed thermal energy into mechanical power. The boilers, located at the rear of the vessel, were filled with water and heated by a fire. The resulting steam was then directed into the engine cylinder, where it expanded and pushed a piston, propelling the Caledonia forward. The front view of the boilers, visible in the background, adds to the overall grandeur of the steam yacht. The Caledonia's sleek design, combined with its powerful steam engine, made it a symbol of progress and innovation during the early 19th century. This print offers a unique glimpse into the past, allowing us to appreciate the ingenuity and engineering prowess of the time. The Caledonia steam boat, with its side view of the engine, remains an iconic representation of the steam age and the transformative impact it had on transportation.
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