MECHANICS AND THERMODYNAMICS Mecahnic is concerned with the motion of particles or bodies under the action of forces and torque. Thermodynamics is concerned with the internal macroscopic state of the body. 1. Steam Engine (1712): -A type of heat engine which uses thermal energy produced by steam in producing a mechanical work. -It's concept was proposed by ancient Greeks but practically it was Invented by Thomas Newcomen in 1712. -In the late 18th century, to increase its efficiency and power,James Watt (Scottish engineer) made significant changes in the steam engine. -It boosted the industrial revolution as it aided in the mass production and the transformation of goods that is their transportation which facilitated the global trade thereby increasing the economic growth. -It has four parts which holds it principle of working:- •Boiler: Steam is produced as water boils by the heat in boiler. •Cylinder:A piston pushes down as steam is dir...
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