Marvellous Machines in History

Concorde

Concorde’s timeless design and innovative engineering remains at the forefront of supersonic travel to this day.

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Stephenson's Rocket

Stephenson's early steam locomotive set the standard for steam engines for the next 150 years.

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The Printing Press

The printing press revolutionised the way people received and consumed information, and changed world history.

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Wright Brothers

The Wright brothers are renowned for the invention, construction and flight of the world's first successful aeroplane

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X-ray Machine

X-rays have enabled doctors to see inside the human body without having to perform surgery, revolutionising diagnosis.

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Babbage Computer

Charles Babbage's first concept, the Difference Engine, is arguably the first computer ever made.

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