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Cross section of engines and boiler houses
Cross section of engines and boiler houses Date: 1795
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1795 Automobile Boiler Boilers Boulton Grimshaw Hills Rope Scar Watt Webster
14"x11" Photo Print
Discover the captivating world of industrial history with our exquisite selection of Media Storehouse Photographic Prints. This particular print showcases an intriguing cross section of engines and boiler houses, dating back to 1795. Sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, this rights managed image offers a unique glimpse into the inner workings of early engineering marvels. Bring history to life in your home or office with this stunning, high-quality print. Perfect for engineers, history enthusiasts, or anyone with an appreciation for the ingenuity of the past.
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Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This cross-section illustration, dated 1795, offers a fascinating glimpse into the intricate workings of early steam engines and boiler houses. The image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the intricacies of the engineering marvels that revolutionized transportation and industry during the Industrial Revolution. At the heart of the illustration lies a steam engine, with its piston and cylinder assembly prominently displayed. The engine's power is harnessed through a crankshaft, which in turn drives various machinery, such as the rope winder and pulleys. The illustration also highlights the essential role of boilers, which generate steam by heating water. The boiler houses are depicted with their massive, bulging walls and numerous pipes, which transport the steam to the engines. This intricate design is attributed to the collaboration between James Watt and Matthew Boulton, two pioneering figures in the development of the steam engine. Watt's improvements to the Newcomen engine, including the addition of a separate condenser and the use of a flywheel, significantly increased the efficiency and power output of steam engines. Boulton, an entrepreneur and manufacturer, played a crucial role in the commercial production and distribution of Watt's engines. The illustration also features the work of other influential figures in the field, such as Thomas Newcomen and James Grimshaw. Newcomen's atmospheric engine, an early steam engine design, is depicted in the background, while Grimshaw's hills, used to test the performance of engines, can be seen in the upper right corner. This cross-section illustration provides a unique perspective on the early days of steam power and the remarkable innovations that shaped the world of automobile manufacturing, transportation, and industry.
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