Lecture 12: Transportation Revolution Flashcards
When and where was the first steamship presented?
It was presented in France in 1783. The steamship was called Pyroscaphe Jouffroy
What did the first steamship represent?
It was an introduction to a new era. It was a demonstration that the machinery is conquering the forces of nature
Who is David Napier (1790–1869)?
He was a Scottish civil Engineer that built Rob Roy in 1818
What did David Napier’s invention led to?
Civil engineers would become more common in shipbuilding industries and would take over the entire system
Why is Rob Roy significant?
Unlike other steamships, the Rob Roy was more successful commercially and regular sea service from Scotland to Ireland
What problem would arise during the trip between Ireland and Scotland, if travelling by sail ships?
- It took 3 weeks to travel (sometimes)
- In winter seasons, it is hard to sail
- Fall seasons have very strong winds, currents, and waves when approaching Ireland
What is the Rob Roy capable of?
It is significantly faster and can travel during Winter
What other services can the Rob Roy do?
It can deliver mail efficiently
Who is Isambard Kingdom Brunel (1806 - 1859)?
He was a famous civil engineer that establish the global transportation system and transportation revolution
What did Isambard King Brunel invent/design?
He invented/design trains, steamships, bridges, railroad systems, and cellular construction
What does Dr. Lech describe Isambard Kingdom Brunel?
A visionary, charismatic, and passionate in his work
What was Isambard Kingdom Brunel trying to persuade?
He was trying to persuade the investors to focus on new technologies
What is the real turning point of Isambard Kingdom Brunel?
In 1835, he designed a new railroad system for the Great Western Railway Company
What are the concerns of the design from the board of the company?
Isambard Kingdom Brunel’s proposal was in the grand scale meaning that it was the longest, most complex, and unique railroad system
What did Isambard Kingdom Brunel invent?
In 1838, he would build the Great Western that is capable of sailing from England (or Britain) to New York
What happens during the Great Western’s voyage across the Atlantic Ocean?
There was a fire in the engine room, and Brunel hit the captain on the head from failing 18 feet above
What did Isambard Kingdom Brunel’s Great Western represent?
In 1838, the Great Westerner would travel to New York in 15 days, which represent the era of transatlantic travel
What other inventions did Brunel make?
He made water purifiers to convert salt water to fresh water
What is Isambard Kingdom Brunel’s lastest steamship?
Great Britain and the Great Eastern
What is unique about it?
- It was entirely made of iron and has the propellers. (Great Britain)
- carried 4000 - 15,000 passengers and would take 9 days instead of 1 month (Great Eastern)
Who was the Great Eastern’s victim? Why?
The Great Eastern Railroad Company as the Great Eastern was too big for local harbours
How did Isambard Kingdom Brunel’s global transport make an impact on technology?
It changed our perception of time and space
Who is Richard Trevithick (1771–1833)?
He was a civil engineer that introduce the high pressure steam engine
What did Richard Trevithick envision?
People would be using self-powered vehicles