Steam Power Glossary
Steam power refers to the energy generated by the pressure of steam, often produced by boiling water in a boiler. This energy can be used to power everything from steam locomotives to steam-powered hamsters.
Steam Power Type: Thermal Expansion
- The process by which steam expands and pushes against the walls of a boiler, creating pressure.
Steam Power Advantages: High Pressure
- The ability to generate a large amount of power with relatively low maintenance.
Steam Power Disadvantages: Thermal Shock
- The risk of overheating and causing a steam-powered device to explode.