Steam engines work by converting water into steam through a heating process, which is used to create the power necessary to move a train.

Similarly, the cooker’s steam capacity was low, so the engine ran for just 15 seconds. However, it suggests that with a better supply of steam, the printed steamer could indeed run for some time.

According to the Scottish Science Hall of Fame, his influence began while repairing a model Newcomen steam engine in 1764, at which point he couldn't help but notice how much steam it wasted in ...

In the education room, you can see these engines close up to understand even more about how some of these steam engines work. The steam show will continue through Sunday. Gates open every day at 6 ...