HOW DOES A STEAM ENGINE WORK? The steam engine is based on the process of delivering heat energy that results in a phase change that results in mechanical work. Heated water creates steam, which pushes pistons, creating mechanical work. The steam loses pressure, and is either released into the atmosphere or condensed and pumped back into boilers and the process starts over again. (sep 19, 1664 – nov 16, 1670)
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sep 19, 1664
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