Gas Engine Collection

An engraving depicting a horizontal Otto Gas Engine, 19th century
5311267 An engraving depicting a horizontal Otto Gas Engine, 19th century; (add.info.: Date: 1879); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Otto and Langen's gas engine
5311976 Otto and Langen's gas engine; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Otto and Langen's gas engine. This engine supplied 1hp at a cost of 12 1/2 p per working week)

Etienne Lenoir's gas engine
5311992 Etienne Lenoir's gas engine; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Etienne Lenoir's gas engine. Etienne Lenoir (1822-1900) a Belgian engineer

New York School Enquiry, 1911-13: Ps 1, Tottenville Evening School, Staten Island (b / w photo)
6026034 New York School Enquiry, 1911-13: Ps 1, Tottenville Evening School, Staten Island (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ps 1)

Illustration depicting the original Lenoir gas engine. Dated 19th century

Antique illustration of steam locomotive

Philippe le Bon (or Lebon)
Illustration of a Philippe le Bon (or Lebon)

Big Deutzer twin engine located on both sides of the crankshaft cylinders

Otto vertical engine

Steam and gas vehicles
Antique illustration of steam and gas vehicles

Otto opposed engine
Antique illustration of Otto opposed engine, single cylinder, with slide control

Professirs Ayrton and Perrys New Electric Railway: A
PROFESSIRS AYRTON AND PERRYs NEW ELECTRIC RAILWAY: A. Gas Engine Supplying Motive Power; B. Magneto Electric Machine; C, D, E, F, Electric Current Indicators; a, b, c, d

Crossley gas engine, 1897
Crossley gas engine. 19th-century artwork of a British design of gas engine from the Crossley Brothers of Manchester. This is a horizontal type, controlling a double pump with a gear train

Charon gas engine, 1897
Charon gas engine. 19th-century artwork of a French design of gas engine known as a Charon engine. This one has two cylinders (lower right) for electric lighting

Gas and petrol engine, 1897
Gas and petrol engine. 19th-century artwork of a design of gas and petrol engine called the Rationnel, built by a French inventor named Dolizy

Niel gas engine, 1897
Niel gas engine. 19th-century artwork of a French design of gas engine known as a horizontal Niel engine. This design has two pistons, valves, and hot tube ignition

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In the bustling city of New York, a school inquiry in 1911-13 at Ps 1, Tottenville Evening School on Staten Island delved into the fascinating world of gas engines. A black and white photo captures the students engrossed in their studies, eager to unlock the secrets behind this revolutionary technology. An antique illustration of a steam locomotive serves as a reminder of how far we have come since Philippe le Bon first conceptualized the idea of harnessing gas power. The original Lenoir gas engine, depicted in an intricate illustration, stands as a testament to early innovation and ingenuity. Two esteemed professors, Ayrton and Perry, envisioned a future powered by electricity with their new electric railway. An engraving showcases their groundbreaking creation that would forever change transportation as we know it. A page filled with advertisements showcases various advancements in gas engine technology. From the mighty Big Deutzer twin engine to the efficient Otto vertical engine, these inventions propelled society forward into an era where steam and gas vehicles dominated our roads. The Otto opposed engine revolutionized efficiency and performance with its unique design. Its impact can still be felt today in modern combustion engines that owe their existence to this remarkable invention. Returning once again to Professors Ayrton and Perry's visionary electric railway project; another engraving reveals further details about this ambitious endeavor. With each passing year, progress was made towards creating a cleaner and more sustainable mode of transportation for all. Finally, we glimpse at an advertisement showcasing the Crossley gas engine from 1897 – yet another milestone in fuel-powered machinery that contributed to industrial growth during that time period. From humble beginnings at Ps 1 to grand visions for electric railways and advancements in gas engines like those developed by Philippe le Bon or Otto himself – these historical artifacts remind us of our relentless pursuit for progress throughout history.