Development of Power Source During the Industrial Revolution

Steam Engine

Apr 4, 1712

by Thomas Newcomen, it becomes one of the most source of power later during the industrial revolution.

Battery

Apr 4, 1800

by J.M. Jacquard, to make power sources simple

Electromagnet

Apr 4, 1809

by William Sturgeon, it can be found in hard drives and motors

Electric light- Arc Lamp

Apr 4, 1809

by Humphry Davy, it gives light and heat energy using electricity.

Electric Dynamo

Apr 4, 1831

by Cyrus McCormick, it is a generator that gives out electricity.

Gas Turbines

Apr 4, 1835

by John Barber, it is used as the source of energy for cars and others.

Hydrogen Fuel Cell

Apr 4, 1839

by Sir William Robert Grove. Converts energy from fuel through chemical reactions.

Lightning Rod

Apr 4, 2013

by Benjamin Franklin, capturing lighnings for energy.