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HISTORY OF STEAM ENGINES
In 1712, an English inventor and ironmonger invented the first atmospheric engine laying the foundation for the industrial revolution: How Thomas Newcomen's invention changed the world?In 1712, an English inventor and ironmonger invented the first atmospheric engine, creating a machine that used steam and atmospheric press...- Yellowstone supervolcano: What happened 631,000 years ago and what if it erupts again?The last significant eruption of Yellowstone happened around 631,000 years ago, resulting in the formation of the caldera. Experts argue th...
- In 1893, a German mechanical engineer invented a high-efficiency compression-ignition engine originally intended to run on alternative fuels but his invention turned popular years after his demise due to financial troubles: How did Rudolf Diesel changed the world?In 1893, Rudolf Diesel published his design for a compression-ignition engine that aimed to improve engine efficiency and reduce dependence...
- In 1780, a Scottish inventor created a copier hundreds of years before modern-day equipment came into existence: How James Watt machine worked?In 1780, a Scottish inventor created a copier hundreds of years before modern-day equipment came into existence. James Watt patented a lett...
- It’s cool, calm, collecting: Why data centres won’t cripple consumer availability of water and powerGlobal tech giants are investing billions in Indian data centers for digital sovereignty. These facilities are essential for India's nation...
- Most people ignore the two holes in clothespins; using them separately may prevent marks and wrinklesThe clothespin, though simple, carries a rich history and timeless relevance. Created in the 1840s, its clever design brings practicality t...
- Infosys’ next CEO; Swiggy renews Indian-ownership bidInfosys announced on Thursday that company veteran Ashiss Kumar Dash will be the CEO from April 2027. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
- America's most dangerous grave is buried beneath layers of lead & concrete: True story behind US's only grave that can never be exhumedArmy Specialist Richard McKinley rests in a unique grave at Arlington National Cemetery. His burial involved a double lead-lined casket and...
- Xi pitches China as leader of new global AI order, challenging US dominanceChinese President Xi Jinping promoted open-source artificial intelligence at a major tech conference. He urged nations to embrace this tech...
- China's Xi promotes China's commitment to AI access in speech at Shanghai conferencePresident Xi Jinping highlighted people-centered AI development at the World Artificial Intelligence Conference. He stressed China's commit...
- Quote of the Day by James Watt: “Great discoveries are seldom made by those who...” - Timeless life lessons on patience, hard work, quiet determination, endurance, innovation and why great success never comes overnight from the legendary steam engine innovatorQuote of the Day by James Watt offers more than inspiration. It reveals the timeless mindset behind every lasting achievement. James Watt t...
- The Best Advice For Life By Henry Ford: 'Whenever you get the idea that you are ‘fixed’ for life, you’d better get ready for a...'- A powerful life lesson by the American industrialist that will change how you see successHenry Ford's advice emphasizes that life's circumstances are never permanent. He believed that believing oneself to be fixed invites sudden...
- Ajmer’s hidden engine: From steam locomotives to Vande Bharat — inside the 150-year-old railway workshop quietly powering the city’s growth since 1876Set up in 1876, the Ajmer Railway Workshop has completed 150 years as one of the city’s most important institutions. Beyond locomotives and...
- Warren Buffett on why bubbles end badly – even when everyone knows they willWarren Buffett compared bubble investors to Cinderella at the ball: Everyone plans to leave just before midnight, but they are dancing in a...
- Connecting Dots: Understanding AI through tech historyTechnological breakthroughs can take people by surprise because they haven’t seen anything like that before. We stand at the brink of a new...
- Muscle, wood, coal, oil: what earlier energy transitions tell us about renewablesThe burning of fossil fuels accounted for 82% of the world's energy in 2022, down from 87% in 2000. Despite the growth of renewables, incre...
- Wednesday wisdom: Anand Mahindra shares a history lesson, says we must respect the humble auto-rickshawAnand Mahindra, the Chairman of the Mahindra Group, shared an interesting historical fact on social media. He revealed that the first steam...
- Maharashtra: Engine of India's first passenger train to be installed in ThaneThe first train in the country carried around 400 passengers and the journey itself then took one hour and 15 minutes, he said.
- HECLto manufacture equipment for the steam locomotives of Darjeeling Himalayan RailwayNortheast Frontier Railway inked MoU with HECL for supply of spare parts for century-old steam locomotives of Darjeeling Himalayan Railway.
- SER flags off Beyer-Garratt engine after 40 yearsHistory truly came alive at the Shalimar railway station on November 17 when South Eastern Railway flagged off one such steam chugging Beye...
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