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Brief History of the Steam Engine

Brief History of the Steam Engine

Takes the viewer through the development of the steam engine from Savery's pump, Newcomen's engine, Watt's engine, to the Boulton-Watt double-acting engine. Includes photos and a movie demo of how condensation pulls a vacuum. Also includes a brief biography of James Watt.
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Material Type:
Presentation
Date Added to MERLOT:
February 13, 2002
Date Modified in MERLOT:
January 8, 2010
Author:
 
Submitter:
Carl Lira
Primary Audience:
High School, College General Ed
Technical Format:
Website
Mobile Compatibility:
Not specified at this time
Technical Requirements:
Most of the site requires only a browser. The movies require QuickTime.
Language:
English
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no
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