Power & Energy
Newcomen atmospheric engine
Steam condenses inside the cylinder of a Newcomen engine, creating a partial vacuum so atmospheric pressure can drive the piston down. Linked to a rocking beam and pump rods, the engine helped drain mines and established steam pum...
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Steam condenses inside the cylinder of a Newcomen engine, creating a partial vacuum so atmospheric pressure can drive the piston down. Linked to a rocking beam and pump rods, the engine helped drain mines and established steam pumping on a commercial scale.
Sources & image credits
Historical illustration: Newcomen atmospheric engine
Image: Newcomen6325.png
Creator: Newton Henry Black, Harvey Nathaniel Davis
License: Public domain
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