Steam Driven Collection

Wreck of Sir Hiram Maxim?s steam-driven aeroplane. Note?
Wreck of Sir Hiram Maxim?s steam-driven aeroplane. Note the bent axle which was damaged by excessive upward pressure on the antilift rails used to prevent the aeroplane leaving the ground

London Fire Brigade with fire engines
Petrol-driven fire escapes and steam-driven motor fire engine, London Fire Brigade Date: 1923

Sir Hiram Maxim steam-driven aeroplane, Baldwyn?s Park, Kent
Sir Hiram Maxim steam-driven aeroplane in the course of construction at Baldwyn?s Park, Kent, 1890

Whirling table - propeller test - Baldwyn?s Park, Kent
The whirling table on propeller test at the shed at Baldwyn?s Park, Kent, where Sir Hiram Maxim constructed his steam-driven aeroplane, 1890

Shed at Baldwyn?s Park, Kent - Sir Hiram Maxim
The shed at Baldwyn?s Park, Kent, where Sir Hiram Maxim constructed his steam-driven aeroplane, 1889

Steam Hammer Drop Hammer Power Hammer Steam Driven
19th century steam hammer, or drop hammer. Capable of striking with up to 100 tons of pressure, the one illustrated was the largest ever built up to that time

Steam fire engine. From The National Encyclopaedia: A Dictionary of Universal Knowledge, published c.1890; Illustration

Victoria and Albert the first steam-driven royal yacht. Queen Victoria being cheered as yacht carries her to naval review at Spithead. Baxter needlebox print c1855. Oleograph

Merryweather steam fire engine, 1880s C017 / 6903
Merryweather steam fire engine, 19th-century artwork. This is one of the steam fire engines produced by the British company Merryweather and Sons

Sectional view of 19thC locomotive Sectional view of 19thC locomotive 3113 C009 / 5629
Sectional view of an English 19th century six-wheeled locomotive for passenger trains illustrating its construction.It shows the two parts of the fire box, a boiler with a series of brass tubes

19th CenturyDredging machine
Technical illlustration of 19th century steam dredging machine.A succession of strong iron buckets on an endless chain moves along a frame.The lower end of the frame is vertically adjusted to

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"Unleashing the Power of Steam: A Glimpse into the Fascinating World of Steam-Driven Marvels" London Fire Brigade with fire engines: Witness the awe-inspiring sight of the London Fire Brigade, armed with their mighty steam-driven fire engines, as they battle against roaring flames and protect our beloved city. Wreck of Sir Hiram Maxim's steam-driven aeroplane: Delve into history and explore the remnants of Sir Hiram Maxim's ambitious steam-driven aeroplane, a testament to human ingenuity that dared to conquer the skies long before modern aviation took flight. Reeding or Drawing in, Progress of Cotton No. 9: Step back in time to witness the intricate process of reeding or drawing in cotton fibers through an enchanting color lithograph from 1840, showcasing how steam power revolutionized textile production. Dying, Progress of Cotton No. 11: Immerse yourself in a vibrant world where colors come alive through another captivating color lithograph from 1840 depicting dying techniques powered by steam machinery during the cotton industry's golden age. Carding, Progress of Cotton No. 4: Marvel at the precision and efficiency brought forth by steam-powered carding machines showcased in this stunning color lithograph from 1840; witness how they transformed raw cotton into fine strands ready for spinning. Printing, Progress of Cotton No. 12: Embark on a journey through time as you discover how printing technology propelled by steam revolutionized fabric design and allowed for intricate patterns to be imprinted onto cotton textiles like never before. Willowing, Progress of Cotton No. 2 : Transport yourself back to an era when willowing machines driven by powerful streams harnessed nature's force to separate impurities from raw cotton fibers - a crucial step towards producing high-quality textiles efficiently. Sir Hiram Maxim steam-driven aeroplane, Baldwyn's Park, Kent.