Ben Franklin's Inventions and Discoveries
This page from the Benjamin Franklin, Leader of America web site, describes the inventions and discoveries of Ben Franklin. It includes links to images of his well known inventions like his bifocals.
Camera Obscura
This article by Russel Naughton, discusses the history of the Camera Obscura, the grandfather of the modern camera.
The History and Growth of the Steam Engine
Read about the history of the Steam engine from this book by Robert H. Thurston. This was originally published in 1878.
A Short History of Machine Tools
In this article by Curt Anderson, you will learn about the contributions of England and America in creating Machine tools, which helped to bring about the Industrial Revolution. The site is maintained by the Darex drill bit sharpener company.
History of Fine English China
From the Fine English China company site, learn about the history of making this tableware.
History of Plumbing in America
From the Plummer.com web site, take a look at the history of plumbing in America.
Important Inventions and Inventors
This site maintained by L.S.U lists important inventions and inventors of the Industrial Revolution.
The Industrial Revolution
This site maintained by Neo-tech, is a useful resource on the history of the industrial revolution. It describes the businessmen's contributions to the advancement of machines and industry.
Kempline's Speaking Machine
This page by Hartmut Traunmόller, describes Kempline's speaking machine. This machine was the first device that could produce not only sounds of speech but also whole words and sentences.
Magic Lanterns
This interesting page contains information about "magic lanterns", the first image projectors. This page was by Russel Naughton. Note: This page takes a while to download, but it is worth the wait.
Mechanism of Human Speech
In this article you will learn about Wolfgang Kempelen's speaking machine.
Optical Telegraph
The optical telegraph was used for long distance communication. This particular invention was the first dependable means of long distance communication. You can read about the history of this invention on the Telecommunications museum website.
The Rumford Fireplace
This fireplace was invented by Count Rumford, learn about it from Jim Buckley.
Steam Engine Library
This site is dedicated to the steam engine. Learn about how and when it was invented and who improved upon it.
The Automation of Flour Milling in America
In this article by Theodore R. Hazen you will learn how the flour mills in America became automated. Its main focus is on Oliver Evans and his innovations in milling practices.
The Rittenhouse Mill
This article by Craig Whitford discusses America's first paper mill.
Samuel Slater's Mill
Read about the founder of the American textile industry, and America's textile industry.
Slater Mill
Learn about the Slater Mill built and ran by Samuel Slater at the official web site of Slater Historic Mill.
Weaving
Learn about weaving improvements on this page maintained by Complete Computer Solutions.
