
Title
John Smeaton's
Caption
John Smeaton's (1724-1924) English civil engineer, adaptation of Thomas Newcomen's (1663-1729) steam engine. Thge receiver D prevents water for condensing steam in the open cylinder, F, from reaching the boiler, right. From "The Cyclopaedia: or, Universal Dictionary of Arts, Science and Literature" edited by Abraham Rees (London, 1820). Engraving.
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Photos12.com - Ann Ronan Picture Library
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ARP07113_010426P
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