On Mon, 25 Nov 2019 09:04:53 -0800, pyotr filipivich
wrote:
As I understand it. one of the critical features of steam engines
(smooth round cylinders which allowed a tight fit) came as a result of
development in the armaments trade: the ability to bore out cannon
barrels.
And so forth.
airplanes needed lightweight engines.
Although I have plans for a steam powered aeroplane. (circa 1908
iirc)
https://youtu.be/nw6NFmcnW-8
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