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University of Rochester: Steam Engine Simple Machine
image of Steam Engine Simple Machine
University of Maryland
U. Of Maryland: Latent Heat: Ice to Water to Steam
A page from the University of Maryland Physics Lecture Demonstration Facility. Provides directions for a teacher demonstration of latent heat in the melting and vaporization process. Shows apparatus and set-up; provides suggestions....
University of Virginia
University of Virginia: Corliss Steam Engine
This essay from the University of Virginia provides an incredible graphic of the Corliss steam engine as shown at the America's Centennial Exposition, held in Philadelphia in 1876. Includes some descriptive text.
Patrick McSherry
Spanish American War Centennial: 2nd and 3rd Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry: Steam for Puerto Rico
Newspaper article with photo provides details of the departure of the 2nd and 3rd Volunteer Infantry as it leaves for Puerto Rico.
Virtual Museum of Canada
Virtual Museum of Canada: Community Stories: Millertown 1900 Men Horses Oxen Steam
The founding and development of Millertown in central Newfoundland is profiled. One man's vision created this logging town in the wilderness. Archival photographs and documents are included
BBC
Bbc: Zimbabwe's Inflation Steams Ahead
Describes the extremely high inflation that is going unchecked in Zimbabwe. Hyperinflation is beginning to take control over everything in the country and causing many problems for the people. (June 2006)
Climate Literacy
Clean: Going for a Spin Making a Model Steam Turbine
Students explore how various energy sources can be used to cause a turbine to rotate and then generate electricity with a magnet.
The Franklin Institute
Franklin Institute: Steam Powered Coin Press
See pictures and read about the first coining press. Learn about coins and coin-making.
BBC
Bbc: Ukraine: Why the Orange Revolution Ran Out of Steam
BBC correspondent Daniel Sandford discusses Ukraine's Orange Revolution and the reasons why it ultimately did not succeed. (March 9, 2011)
Other
Jefferson Historical Society: River to Rail
Although this site provides information on one town, Madison, IN; it is an absolute treasure trove of information on the development of the Midwest. Authors provide captivating historic photos and comprehensive narrative on the area...
Canada Science and Technology Museum
Canada Science and Technology Museum: Background Information for Trains
Get answers to frequently asked questions about trains. For example, what is a steam train and what parts of a train make it move?
Virginia History Series
Virginia History Series: Railroad Building in Virginia (1827 1860) [Pdf]
All aboard this slideshow on the building of railroads in Virginia. Study maps, charts and pictures of the major railways in Virginia and their impact on the economy. Be sure to take the quiz over the steam locomotive at the end!
Other
Modern World History: The Industrial Revolution Begins in England (1760 1850)
In this textbook unit, students learn the reasons why the Industrial Revolution took root in England first, and the innovations that made this possible. These included textile inventions such as the flying shuttle and the spinning jenny,...
Other
Detroit Institute of Arts: Think Like an Engineer
In this STEAM lesson plan, students are immersed in a world of transportation design as they use the design thinking process to create their own vehicle prototype out of everyday materials.
Science Struck
Science Struck: Working of a Fusible Plug
Explains how the fusible plug in a steam engine works and why it is essential for safety reasons.
Other
Footprints Science: Power Station
This animation illustrates how steam is converted into electricity.
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University of Rochester: Steam Engine Simple Machine
image of Steam Engine Simple Machine
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Engines of Ingenuity: Steam Engines in England
An interesting historical account of the development of the steam engine. Provides pictures of the earliest of steam engines.
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Unesco: Netherlands: ir.d.f. Woudagemaal (d.f. Wouda Steam Pumping Station)
The Wouda Pumping Station at Lemmer in the province of Friesland opened in 1920. It is the largest steam-pumping station ever built and is still in operation. It represents the high point of the contribution made by Netherlands engineers...
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A View on Cities: Vancouver: Steam Powered Clock in Gastown
Steam-powered clock in Gastown (Vancouver)
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Harcourt: Biographies: Benjamin Bradley
Learn about inventor and African-American slave, Benjamin Bradley, developer of a steam engine large enough to run the first steam-powered warship.
Royal British Colombia Museum (Canada)
Sternwheelers
Before railways and roads were built,the steam-powered sternwheelers played an important role in British Columbia's transportation.
Famous Scientists
Famous Scientists: Thomas Newcomen
Find out about the life and work of the inventor who created the first practical steam engine for pumping water in 1712, the Newcomen steam engine.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: The Steamship Powhatan
This segment of the Black Ship Scroll depicts two of the nine American ships that arrived in Japan under Commodore Matthew Perry in 1854: U.S.S. Powhatan on the right and the U.S.S. Supply on the left. The Powhatan was a side-paddle...
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