James Watt und die Erfindung der Dampfmaschine by Georg Biedenkapp
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"James Watt und die Erfindung der Dampfmaschine" by Georg Biedenkapp is a biographical sketch written in the early 20th century. This work narrates the life and contributions of James Watt, highlighting his pivotal role in the invention of the steam engine. The book delves into Watt's background, upbringing in Scotland, and the various challenges he faced throughout his career as an inventor and engineer. The opening of the text introduces the technical
magazine "Technische Monatshefte," under which this volume is published, indicating its aim to educate both laypeople and professionals in technical fields. It briefly outlines the content of the book, which will cover various aspects of Watt's life, such as his education, early inventions, and collaborations, leading up to his significant contributions to mechanical engineering. The author hints at the profound impact Watt's work had on industrialization and the broader societal changes it spurred, setting the stage for a detailed exploration of the inventor's legacy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Biedenkapp, Georg, 1868-1924 |
|---|---|
| Title | James Watt und die Erfindung der Dampfmaschine |
| Credits |
Produced by Peter Becker and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 58.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | German |
| LoC Class | TA: Technology: Engineering and Civil engineering |
| Subject | Watt, James, 1736-1819 |
| Subject | Steam-engines -- History |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 52492 |
| Release Date | Jul 3, 2016 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 371 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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