8.6 part 1 Flashcards
What was transport like before the industrial revolution?
Before the industrial revolution there was no steam based transport, such as Steam locomotives, and steamships, with no internal combustion engines, leaving everything to be powered by wind and man power
what changed from 1750?
- From 1750, wealthy merchants demanded faster, and more efficient mediums of transport
Why was quicker transport needed?
- To move coal to factories, increase transport times between cities, and shipping products to market
when was the first steam locomotive built? Who invented it?
1801, by Richard Trevithick
what was the Stephenson’s rocket?
- It was the first commercial locomotive ever built for commercial use
when was the first commercial steampship developed?
Developed by Robert Fulton in 1807
How were steamships improved over the following 100 years?
- Steamships were improved over the following 100 years by improvements to design, more resilient screw propellers, and tougher paddle wheels.
What significant change to the Atlantic crossing happened in 1838?
- The significant change to the Atlantic crossing in 1838 was that all the ships that were crossing were all steam powered.
What were one advantages and one disadvantage of steam over sail for ships?
- The disadvantage was that there was reduced cargo space but the advantage was that they were more reliable and efficient.
What did Belgian engineer Lenoir develop in 1859?
- he developed a gasmotor
What role did Daimler and Maybach play in transport design?
- They experimented with a new fuel to combine with their combustion engine which would later be known as gasoline or petrol.
what did karl benz invent in 1886?
- Karl Benz invented the world’s first petrol powered car known as the Benz patent Motor-Wagen.
Why were cars at first the toys of the rich?
- Cars had become more powerful and reliable, also because of the high cost, showed that they were luxurious.
what is henry ford famous for developing?
Henry Ford was known for creating a cheap car
How important was the assembly line production?
- Assembly line technique was workers doing the same thing allowing them to be great at there job
