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Originally the word engine simply meant machine, but this usage has declined somewhat as modern usage has tended to use it only to refer to motors.
Another example of that usage is in cotton gin, where gin is a shortening of engine. Thus this is actually cotton engine or cotton machine.
So a catapult is referred to as a siege engine or siege machine.
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Why is the term engine related to catapult technology?
Originally the word engine simply meant machine, but this usage has declined somewhat as modern usage has tended to use it only to refer to motors.Another example of that usage is in cotton gin, where gin is a shortening of engine. Thus this is actually cotton engine or cotton machine.So a catapult is referred to as a siege engine or siege machine.
What kind of Engines can move large projectiles?
siege engine which is a catapult...................
What siege engine was used to get soldiers over castle walls?
Catapult
What is a catapult toy?
A catapult toy is a toy used to throw an object a long distance. Please see related link below for a picture of one.
What is the basic structure of a catapult?
See the related link for pictures of catapults and explanations.
Where can one buy a catapult online?
American Science and Surplus carries a miniature catapult that also includes plans on sale at their site. They sell many things related to science and engineering.
How do you draw the catapult puzzle 143 in professor laytons spectres call?
Puzzle No 143: Layton's Catapult --Professor Layton and the Spectres Call. Please see the related link below.
How was a catapult used?
A catapult is a type of siege engine, sort of a non-chemical artillery. They hurled heavy spears by releasing the energy stored in torsion. In Britain, a "catapult" is an elastic toy that throws marbles or small stones, in the US the same thing is called a slingshot.
What does the name treuchet mean And where is it from?
Treuchet is a catapult that was used as a siege engine. This was used in the middle age.
Is it chapolt or catapult?
catapult
How do you make a catapult?
you make a catapult!
What war was the catapult first used in?
The catapult was first used during the ancient Greek siege warfare, with its notable use recorded during the Peloponnesian War (431-404 BC). The technology evolved over time, becoming a significant siege engine for various armies in subsequent conflicts. Its development marked a pivotal shift in military tactics, allowing forces to break through fortified defenses.
