Trains Flashcards
1
Q
How were the first trains powered?
A
Horse and Human Powered. i.e. Muscle Power.
2
Q
What type of train was developed in 1803, after the horse and human powered train?
A
The steam train.
3
Q
What was the major reason for the success of railroads compared to wagons?
A
The reduction in friction.
4
Q
What are some improvements to the steam engine?
A
Interlocking teeth, water tubes in the boiler, the air brake,
