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Steam road-roller used in Hyde Park 1866
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Steam road-roller used in Hyde Park 1866
Steam-rollers used in Hyde Park London, for the purpose of crushing the stones and smoothing the surface of the macadamised roads, engraving showing the rear view of the steam-roller which was manufactured by Thomas Aveling and Richard Thomas Porter. Date: 1866
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This image transports us back to the 1860s in Hyde Park, London, where the innovation of steam technology was revolutionizing the way roads were constructed and maintained. The photograph depicts a steam-roller, manufactured by Thomas Aveling and Richard Thomas Porter, in its final stages of crushing and smoothing the macadamised surface of the park's roads. The steam-roller, a marvel of the 19th century, was an essential tool in the development of Britain's road infrastructure. Its rear view, as shown in this engraving, reveals the intricate machinery that transformed rough, uneven roads into smooth, durable surfaces. The large, cylindrical drum at the back of the machine, filled with small stones, was turned by a series of gears and cogs, powered by the steam engine. As the drum rolled over the road, the stones crushed and compacted the underlying layers, creating a solid, even surface. Thomas Aveling and Richard Thomas Porter were prominent figures in the British agricultural engineering industry, and their collaboration on steam-rollers was a significant contribution to the field. This steam-roller, with its powerful steam engine and innovative design, represented the cutting edge of road construction technology during this period. The use of steam-rollers in Hyde Park during the mid-1800s not only improved the park's infrastructure but also showcased the technological advancements of the time. This photograph is a testament to the ingenuity and progress that characterized the 19th century, as well as the enduring legacy of steam technology in shaping our modern world.
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