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Loco Section 1882
Section of a steam locomotive, showing how the heat from the furnace drives the wheels and emits smoke from the funnel. Date: 1882
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1882 Drives Emits Funnel Furnace Heat Loco Locomotive Locomotives Section Wheels
18"x18" (46x46cm) Pillow
18"x18" (46x46cm) Faux Suede Pillow with a plush soft feel. Your choice of image fills the front, with a stone colored faux suede back. Flat sewn concealed white zip.
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Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 45.7cm (18" x 18")
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 photograph, taken in 1882, offers a fascinating glimpse into the inner workings of a steam locomotive, specifically Section 1882 of Loco. The image showcases the heart of the locomotive - the furnace, where the heat is generated to produce steam. The furnace is filled with glowing coals, fueling the fire that heats the water within the boiler. As the water turns to steam, it travels through pipes and is released into the engine cylinders, expanding and pushing the pistons. This motion, in turn, causes the crankshaft to rotate, which connects to the axles and ultimately drives the wheels. The wheels, in contact with the rail tracks, propel the locomotive forward. The exhaust from the engine, now condensed back into water, is expelled through the funnel, creating the iconic plume of smoke that accompanies steam locomotives. This continuous cycle of heating, expanding, and exhausting steam is what makes steam locomotives an essential part of transportation history. This photograph, taken over a century ago, showcases the intricate mechanical processes that revolutionized transportation in the late 1800s. The steam locomotive, with its powerful and efficient design, paved the way for the rapid expansion of rail networks and the modernization of transportation. As you gaze at this image, you can almost hear the rhythmic chugging of the locomotive and feel the heat radiating from the furnace. A true testament to human ingenuity and the power of steam, this photograph is a must-have for any rail enthusiast or history buff.
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