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Steam turbine locomotive engine
Steam turbine locomotive engine, plan, side elevation, cross section and detail of roller Date: 1849
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1849 Loco Locomotive Locomotives Turbine
22"x18" Modern Frame
Bring the power of the past into your home or office with our exquisite Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating piece showcases an intricately detailed steam turbine locomotive engine, as originally illustrated in 1849. Meticulously sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, this rights managed image offers a unique blend of history and industrial artistry. The clear plan, side elevation, cross section, and detail of the roller provide a comprehensive view of this engineering marvel, making it a striking conversation starter. Elevate your space with this captivating representation of steam power's golden age.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: A Visionary Leap in Transportation: The Steam Turbine Locomotive Engine of 1849 2.. This image from 1849 presents an intriguing and visionary concept in the realm of transportation technology – a Steam Turbine Locomotive Engine. While steam-powered locomotives had already revolutionized land transportation, this design represented a bold departure from the traditional reciprocating engines that dominated the era. The side elevation and cross-section views of the engine reveal the innovative turbine mechanism at its core. The turbine, a rotating machine that converts the energy of a fluid into mechanical work, was typically associated with marine propulsion at the time. However, this inventive mind envisioned its potential in the realm of locomotives. The detail of the roller in the foreground offers a closer look at the intricate engineering involved in this design. The steam enters the turbine through the inlet nozzle, creating a high-velocity jet that impinges upon the blades, causing them to rotate. The rotation, in turn, drives the locomotive's wheels via a connecting shaft. This design, though not yet realized in practice during the 1849 timeframe, showcases the innovative spirit of the era's engineers and inventors. The steam turbine locomotive engine represented a significant step towards more efficient and powerful transportation, paving the way for future advancements in the field. This print is a testament to the ingenuity and curiosity that fueled the technological progress of the 19th century. It stands as a reminder of the transformative power of ideas and the relentless pursuit of innovation in the realm of transportation.
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