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A steamship used a steam engine to turn a propeller at the back of the ship that pushed the ship through the water.
A steam engine usually burns coal to boil water to make steam. The steam builds up pressure in a chamber. This pressure pushes a piston or pistons which turn a crank which rotates a rod with the propeller on the end of it.
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 13y agoOnce the steam engine was invented, people naturally tried to make it work on all sorts of vehicles and other agricultural and industrial uses. Many people became rich over these endeavors.
The reason that steamships became popular is that they did not have to depend on whether the wind was blowing, as did the sailing ships. As a result, they were also faster, on average, than sailing ships.
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∙ 14y agoBecause the wind is unreliable. That's why they call the wind "Moriah".
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What year did Josh Fitch invent the steam boat?
I think you're referring to "John Fitch" who allegedly invented the steam boat. In actuality, Robert Fulton invented the steam boat in 1807.
Which was first invented airplane or steamboat?
the steam boat was invented first
Who invented the steam boat service?
John adams
What year did they invent the steam boat?
it was invented 1718
Who invented the first steam boat?
Robert Fulton
What invention is Robert Fulton associated with?
invention of the steam engine.
What did samual slater invent?
samual slater invented the steam boat
Who was the first to build a steam train?
Robert Fulton was the man who invented the Steam Boat For more information about Robert Fulton and inventing the steam boat go to: http://www.kiac-usa.com/clermont.html
When was the steam powered boat invented?
In the late 1700's by Robert Fulton.
Did Robert fulton invented the steam boat?
yes he did, whutcha gunnna do bout it
When was the steam boat first used?
1807; the Clermont, invented by Robert Fulton.
What Did Robert Fulton Invent During The Industrial Revolution?
He invented the steam boat
