atmospheric engine
C30746
concept
An atmospheric engine is an early type of heat engine that uses atmospheric pressure acting on a piston, following the condensation of steam in a cylinder, to produce mechanical work.
All labels observed (1)
| Label | Occurrences |
|---|---|
| atmospheric engine canonical | 1 |
Instances (1)
| Instance | Via concept surface |
|---|---|
| Newcomen atmospheric engine | — |