Ken Gibbs tells the history of the engineering triumph that is a steam locomotive from the 1800s to the 1960s showing how each development changed the course of history.

This is the first comprehensive history of the steam engine in fifty years. It follows the development of reciprocating steam engines, from their earliest forms to the beginning of the twentieth century when they were replaced by steam turbines.

Discusses the life of scientist James Watt, inventor of the separate-condenser steam engine, and focuses on re-discovering steam, types of steam engines, manufacturing and marketing a steam engine.

This volume is dedicated to collaborative research across STEM disciplines, the arts and humanities. It includes six sections, framed from a global perspective and exhibits contributions from key experts in the field, emerging scholarly voices, and STEAM practitioners. The added value of STEAM projects in research is highlighted in the first section of this book. Ranging from the spatial, medical and environmental humanities to heritage science, this section discusses the course and paths STEAM projects may evolve to in the near future. The second section features reflective essays by scientists and artists on the development of their research, their professional growth and personal learning experiences that the art/science collaborations have afforded their work and careers. Sections III and IV provides practical guidance and advice on facilitating STEAM teams and describe successful collaborative projects. By presenting the objectives and outcomes of relevant research, the chapters in these sections discuss the various steps taken by different teams to achieve project fruition. Paying particular attention to barriers inhibiting STEAM collaboration, these sections also explore the ways in which research teams were able to work effectively. The fifth section presents a review of policy issues and the potential impacts of STEAM research for administrators, funders and policy makers. In its pursuit for balance and inclusion, the volume concludes with a critical reflection on STEAM that argues a different perspective and will prove food for thought to readers.

James Watt and the Steam Engine by Rupert Sargent Holland: This biography delves into the life and accomplishments of James Watt, the Scottish inventor and mechanical engineer known for his improvements to the steam engine. The book explores Watt's innovations, his impact on the Industrial Revolution, and his lasting legacy in the field of engineering. Key Points: Improvements to the steam engine: The biography focuses on James Watt's significant improvements to the steam engine, which played a crucial role in the Industrial Revolution. It delves into his invention of the separate condenser, a key component that greatly increased the efficiency and power of steam engines. The book discusses how Watt's innovations transformed the steam engine from a limited and inefficient device to a powerful and versatile source of energy. Impact on the Industrial Revolution: The book explores Watt's contributions to the Industrial Revolution and the profound impact of his steam engine on various industries. It discusses how the increased efficiency and reliability of Watt's steam engine revolutionized manufacturing processes, transportation, and agriculture. The biography reflects on how Watt's inventions fueled the rapid industrialization of the 18th and 19th centuries, leading to societal and economic transformations. Legacy in engineering: The biography examines James Watt's enduring legacy in the field of engineering. It discusses his advancements in steam engine technology, his establishment of a successful manufacturing business, and his influence on subsequent generations of engineers. The book reflects on how Watt's innovations set the stage for further developments in steam power and served as a catalyst for technological progress during the Industrial Revolution and beyond.

The 19th century was the great age of steam. This book traces the history and development of the agricultural use of steam power from the 19th century to the end of the Second World War and considers how it was actually used.

In 1710 an obscure Devon ironmonger Thomas Newcomen invented a machine with a pump driven by coal, used to extract water from mines. Over the next two hundred years the steam engine would be at the heart of the industrial revolution that changed the fortunes of nations. Passionately written and insightful, A Brief History of the Age of Steam reveals not just the lives of the great inventors such as Watts, Stephenson and Brunel but also tells a narrative that reaches from the US to the expansion of China, India, and South America and shows how the steam engine changed the world.