Key Contributions
- High-Pressure Steam Engine
- First Steam Locomotive
Steam Locomotive
Trevithick built the first steam locomotive in 1804, capable of hauling loads over iron rails, marking the beginning of railway transportation.
About Richard Trevithick
Richard Trevithick was a British engineer and inventor who played a key role in the development of steam power. He is remembered as one of the pioneers of locomotive technology.
Details About His Work
High-Pressure Steam Engine: Trevithick improved steam engines by using higher pressure, making them smaller, more powerful, and efficient.
Steam Locomotive: His innovations led to the creation of the first functional railway steam locomotive, an invention that revolutionized transport and industry.
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