144 The Steam Engine - One Minute History

The video explores the history and evolution of steam engines, starting from Roman Egypt to the advancements made by inventors like Thomas Savri and Thomas Newcomen. It highlights Newcomen's piston and cylinder design and the dominance of steam power in the late 1800s, fueling ships and trains. By the early 1900s, electric and internal combustion engines began to surpass steam engines, leading to a shift in energy sources by the 1920s. The steam engine played a crucial role in the quest for efficient and clean energy.

What were the alternatives to the steam engine that began to outperform it in the early 1900s?

In what way was the steam engine a crucial step in the search for efficient energy sources?