Robert Stirling
Scottish clergyman and inventor of the Stirling engine
Born
October 25th, 1790
235 years ago
Died
1878
147 years ago — 88 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Scotland
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A Scottish clergyman and inventor contributed significantly to engineering with the invention of the Stirling engine in 1816. This engine proposed a new method of converting heat into mechanical energy, using a fixed amount of gas that transferred heat in and out via external sources. The design allowed for high efficiency and low emissions, making it notable in the field of thermodynamics. Stirling also published papers and engaged in various mechanical experiments. His invention found applications in many areas, including refrigeration and power generation, paving the way for future innovations in engineering.
Invented the Stirling engine
Published papers on thermodynamics
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