Heron, the great inventor of Alexandria, described in detail what is thought to be the first working steam engine. He called it an aeolipile, or "wind ball". His design was a sealed caldron of water ...

Let’s hope your successors keep up the great work. You were an inventor, a visionary, and probably very, very tired. Enjoy your moment of zen. I am honoured to write to a Nobel Prize winner who ...

The ancient Egyptians were great inventors and builders. They are known for building giant pyramids. The Great Pyramid of Giza is around 4,600 years old. It was the tallest human-made structure in ...

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