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How a railway train is propelled
How a railway train is propelled -- two diagrams of a locomotive engine, showing firebox, boiler, smoke box, steam chamber, cylinder and piston, safety valves, steam whistle and feed pipe. Date: 1841
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Media ID 23216346
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1840s 1841 Boiler Chamber Cylinder Diagram Diagrams Feed Loco Locomotive Pipe Piston Propelled Propulsion Safety Trains Valves Whistle Firebox
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating selection of railway history poster prints from Media Storehouse. This particular design, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a fascinating insight into the inner workings of a locomotive engine from 1841. Witness the intricate details of the firebox, boiler, smoke box, steam chamber, cylinder, piston, safety valves, steam whistle, and feed pipe as they come together to propel the train forward. Transport yourself to an era of steam power and engineering marvels with this beautifully detailed and historically significant print.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19.4cm x 30.3cm (7.6" x 11.9")
Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 30.3cm (8.5" x 11.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This image from the 1840s transports us back in time to the inception of railway train propulsion. The two diagrams illustrate the intricate workings of a locomotive engine, a marvel of Victorian engineering. The engine's heart lies within the firebox and boiler, where fuel is burned to produce heat. The heat transforms water into steam, which rises into the smoke box. The steam then enters the steam chamber, where it pressurizes the cylinder and piston, propelling the train forward. Safety was a top priority, as evidenced by the inclusion of safety valves. These valves regulate the steam pressure to prevent any potential accidents. The steam whistle, a distinctive feature of early locomotives, alerted pedestrians and other trains of the approaching engine. Lastly, the feed pipe ensures a constant supply of water to the boiler, maintaining the steam production necessary for propulsion. The locomotive engine, with its firebox, boiler, smoke box, steam chamber, cylinder, piston, safety valves, steam whistle, and feed pipe, represents a significant milestone in transportation history. This image offers a unique glimpse into the inner workings of these early steam-powered wonders, paving the way for the modern railway trains we know today.
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