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Kingstown and Dalkey Atmospheric Railway, near Dublin, 1845
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Kingstown and Dalkey Atmospheric Railway, near Dublin, 1845
Kingstown and Dalkey Atmospheric Railway, near Dublin, 1845. This was built on the Samuel Clegg Jnr (1814-1856) and Joseph Samuda (1813-1885) system, also used on the Croydon, the South Devon, and Paris and St Germain Railways. The railway operated without locomotives, using air pressure instead to push cars along the rails. In the bottom half of the picture Cleggs valve is shown open (left) and closed (right). From The Magazine of Science. (London, 1845)
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This print takes us back to the year 1845, near Dublin, Ireland. It showcases the remarkable Kingstown and Dalkey Atmospheric Railway, a groundbreaking innovation in transportation during the Victorian era. Designed by Samuel Clegg Jnr and Joseph Samuda, this railway system operated without traditional locomotives but instead utilized air pressure to propel cars along its rails. In this image, we are presented with a fascinating glimpse into the inner workings of this revolutionary technology. The lower half of the picture reveals Clegg's valve in action, demonstrating both its open and closed positions. This ingenious mechanism allowed for precise control over the flow of compressed air that powered these unique trains. The scene is filled with an atmosphere of scientific curiosity and invention as people gather around to witness this marvel of engineering unfold before their eyes. Passengers eagerly await their turn to embark on a journey like no other – one driven not by steam or coal but by the invisible force of air pressure. As we gaze upon this monochrome engraving from The Magazine of Science, we can't help but appreciate how it encapsulates an important moment in history when human ingenuity pushed boundaries and transformed our understanding of transportation. This print serves as a testament to the spirit of progress that defined Britain's 19th-century technological advancements while also highlighting Ireland's contribution to these extraordinary achievements.
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