High-pressure steam engine, 19th century
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High-pressure steam engine, 19th century
High-pressure steam engine, 19th century design. Fuel burnt in the furnace (right) produced steam that drove the piston (centre), which transferred energy to the flywheel (left). This flywheel has a centrifugal governor (structure with two balls) to control the speed of the engine. Steam engines like this were widely used in the 19th century. This steam engine was designed by J. F. Waldeck. Blueprint published in Circle of the Sciences (1884)
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1884 Boiler Centrifugal Governor Diagram Energy Engine Furnace High Pressure History Of Technology Piston Power Steam Engine Flywheel Mono Chrome Waldeck
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This monochrome print showcases a remarkable piece of 19th-century engineering - the high-pressure steam engine. Designed by J. F. Waldeck and featured in the Circle of the Sciences publication from 1884, this technological marvel revolutionized industries during its time. The intricate diagram reveals the inner workings of this powerful machine. On the right, fuel is burnt in a furnace to generate intense heat, producing copious amounts of steam that drive the piston at its center. The piston's motion transfers energy to the imposing flywheel on the left, which serves as a crucial component for maintaining consistent speed and stability. Notably, this particular flywheel boasts an ingenious centrifugal governor with two balls suspended from it. This innovative mechanism effectively regulates and controls the engine's speed, ensuring optimal performance even under varying conditions. High-pressure steam engines like this were widely employed across various sectors throughout the 19th century due to their exceptional power output and efficiency. They played a pivotal role in propelling industrialization forward, driving machinery in factories and powering locomotives that connected nations. As we gaze upon this historical illustration, we are transported back to an era where technology was rapidly advancing, forever changing our world. It stands as a testament to human ingenuity and serves as a reminder of how far we have come since those early days of harnessing steam power for progress.
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