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Steam power was first harnessed in the early 18th century, with significant developments occurring in 1712 when Thomas Newcomen built the first practical steam engine. However, it was James Watt's improvements in the 1760s and 1770s that greatly enhanced the efficiency and usability of steam engines, leading to their widespread adoption in the Industrial Revolution. This marked a pivotal shift in energy usage and industrial processes.

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