Making a Simple Steam Engine

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  • Опубліковано 26 вер 2024

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  • @andrewpage94
    @andrewpage94 Рік тому +512

    I hope the viewers appreciate how skilled the work here is. I came here to understand how a steam engine works and left impressed by the craftsman the built this. Nicely done.

    • @jadeyes1
      @jadeyes1 Рік тому +9

      one of the most elegant I've seen. lineup is incredible. Would love to know how many watts it produces

    • @sharjeelali1242
      @sharjeelali1242 Рік тому +2

      some fucking pop there. very nice,
      try mirror finishing the parts before coating with teflon for more efficiency

    • @gillfdk536
      @gillfdk536 Рік тому

      Me too

    • @ebitsantoso2519
      @ebitsantoso2519 Рік тому

      ​@@jadeyes1 ko ini ini ini Bu ni ni

    • @unemployedshrub3372
      @unemployedshrub3372 Рік тому

      but him wearing gloves at the drill press was stressing me out! 6:14

  • @bencrispe9562
    @bencrispe9562 2 місяці тому +20

    As impressive as this is, it really makes me appreciate the first steam engines even more, since people didn't have all these modern electric crafting tools back at the start of the industrial revolution.

  • @davidterry2038
    @davidterry2038 11 місяців тому +80

    I am jealous of two thing here: 1. Your very well stocked workshop and 2. Your excellent fabrication skills. A pleasure to watch. Thank you.

    • @bobomac8330
      @bobomac8330 Місяць тому +1

      I'm thinking of the cost ffs, how much

  • @bob7500
    @bob7500 2 роки тому +186

    I love how you make it look so very simple and break it down into easy to follow steps! Great job and thank you!

    • @jjhack3r
      @jjhack3r 2 роки тому +6

      It is simple...

    • @MohdYunus-px7qn
      @MohdYunus-px7qn 2 роки тому +2

      @@jjhack3r Not possible.

    • @jordanasparadoxproductions8401
      @jordanasparadoxproductions8401 2 роки тому +3

      @@MohdYunus-px7qn i mean he did it and so did many other people

    • @DMAIRS
      @DMAIRS 2 роки тому

      @@jjhack3r exactly its simple

    • @dsweet5859
      @dsweet5859 Рік тому +1

      It definitely seems simple. If I had access to his work shop including all his tool, I’d probably have no problem making one myself

  • @leejohnson7851
    @leejohnson7851 2 роки тому +13

    Videos like these are among the most valuable on the internet. Thank you.

    • @maciejnowakprojects
      @maciejnowakprojects  2 роки тому +2

      Thanks !

    • @oysterjamivxx
      @oysterjamivxx Рік тому

      @@maciejnowakprojects we need to couple this with a fresnel lense, in an observatory made like setup dat aling itself to the sun using its own energy pulled out from the dynamo. i would even couple a farmbot to it.. this all in open share.. even the vegetal recognition... and with 3d printers now...

  • @steam212
    @steam212 2 роки тому +36

    FANTASTIC! Beautiful in simplicity, construction, and operation. Well done indeed 👍

  • @smallblock3056
    @smallblock3056 Рік тому +70

    I'd be very interested to see how much power this rig makes, interesting idea for a video for sure!

    • @fsecofficial
      @fsecofficial Рік тому +17

      That big old flywheel on there it can probably provide 6-12v. You would be better off with a steam powered turbine. You wouldn’t loose as much energy to friction. If you mean mechanical power not much you can stop them with one finger. The pressure determines the power here. Whatever the boiler can put out and the engine can withstand.

    • @TheRenofox
      @TheRenofox 6 місяців тому +4

      @@fsecofficial Apparently turbines require very hot steam to not take damage from water droplets, which is why I've been looking into steam engines myself.
      If it's plausible to use steam to generate at least 1kw of power, combined with the heat of burning wood in the first place would be enough to heat and power a house during the cold and expensive winter months.

    • @zoro-i8u
      @zoro-i8u 6 місяців тому +1

      @@TheRenofox Yep, precisely why I'm looking into it too. I've been thinking of building one with a rocket stove around it to save as much heat as possible.

    • @blakegray3427
      @blakegray3427 2 місяці тому

      @@zoro-i8uor just use the rocket stove to heat the house lol

    • @Gboyy777
      @Gboyy777 2 місяці тому

      @@blakegray3427 can rocket stove provide electricity?

  • @cwanyoperator9647
    @cwanyoperator9647 2 роки тому +50

    I also made similar engine and i have few tips.
    Instead handtight bolt with nut which holds cylinder use longer bolt with soft spring and nut, it will seal better.
    Also if you want engine to run faster you can clean these bearings from grease and lube them with few drops of oil
    Great job as always

    • @velux1662
      @velux1662 4 місяці тому

      Do the intake- and cylinder holes have to be 100% aligned at the "top of the circle", or at 90°, for it to work? (if the piston is the furthest into the cylinder at 0°, then the "top of the circle" would be at 90°, and the bottom would be at 270°)
      I am considering making one myself, but afraid I don't have the same facilities. Could this work with a soda can, syringe and a little experimentation?

  • @wediadi6788
    @wediadi6788 5 місяців тому +3

    By watching this clip one learns not only how a steam engine works, but how to make one at home!

  • @martian3139
    @martian3139 Рік тому +35

    This is so beautiful that it makes me excited to be alive in this world again. It is incredible how such a machine can be built by anyone willing to learn in this day and age.

  • @snakegaming764
    @snakegaming764 Місяць тому

    Incredible video can’t believe I’m sitting here watching a truly talented craftsman at 4 in the morning.

  • @lotuselanplus2s
    @lotuselanplus2s 2 роки тому +6

    Good job, only thing the 'rack' that you screwed on the end of the crankshaft is in fact a 'toothed pully' and the 'pressure fuse' that you used as a stopper is a 'safety valve'.

  • @s.v.o.579
    @s.v.o.579 Рік тому +15

    The accuracy and precision of this man’s measurements is insane

  • @СамоучкаДмитрий
    @СамоучкаДмитрий 2 роки тому +4

    Прекрасная и НАГЛЯДНАЯ РЕАЛИЗАЦИЯ ПРАВОВОГО ДВИГАТЕЛЯ!!!!!!

  • @tahraouika2177
    @tahraouika2177 5 місяців тому +1

    Je suis admiratif du travail effectué. Ça a l'air d'être facile à faire, mais en réalité ça nécessite beaucoup de compétences. Par ailleurs, la réalisation nécessite aussi du matériel et des machines qui ne sont pas à la portée de tout le monde. En fin la vidéo ne montre pas la précision des mesures à respecter pour le bon fonctionnement du produit fini. Pour des bricoleurs comme moi, c'est un plaisir pour les yeux.

  • @Diohernandez
    @Diohernandez Рік тому +1

    Fantastic demonstration of how a steam works! My son loved the video.

  • @anthonydennis3089
    @anthonydennis3089 2 роки тому +19

    You could make the boiler more efficient if you put some rods vertical as to let the heat warm all the water instead of just the bottom. Very cool build all around good job.

  • @roger3858
    @roger3858 2 роки тому +32

    What would be a practical application for a steam engine that size? Like what could you power

    • @UhrBushaltestelle
      @UhrBushaltestelle 2 роки тому +16

      charge your phone 😂

    • @danielboughton3624
      @danielboughton3624 2 роки тому +18

      light weight tools e.g. an old jigsaw, small generator, small water pump. They used them during ww2 for radio power and you can use anything that burns as fuel.

    • @Teastott
      @Teastott Рік тому +5

      Most impractical fan ever maybe

    • @Why-sn5gt
      @Why-sn5gt Рік тому +2

      Desk fan

    • @0akenPrince
      @0akenPrince Рік тому +1

      A lightbulb

  • @rockcrusher4636
    @rockcrusher4636 2 роки тому +2

    Very nice, just a little polite tip, leaving the chuck key in the chuck is a very bad habit, and an accident waiting to happen. Cheers.

  • @MCsCreations
    @MCsCreations 2 роки тому +19

    Brilliant work, Maciej! Really well done! 😃
    Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

  • @remkojerphanion4686
    @remkojerphanion4686 21 день тому

    That thing is built to last a lifetime!

  • @XCyclonusX
    @XCyclonusX 2 роки тому +11

    Just a question. Wouldn't you get better efficiency if you attached the pivot point of the piston cylinder with a bearing so there's less friction as it pivots up and down?
    Awesome machine.

    • @jakefriesenjake
      @jakefriesenjake Рік тому

      Probably not, because it does not move that fast, wear is very minimal, and the crank stroke is using its leverage against the stationary pivot. Could probably use a bearing on the flywheel side where it attaches to the connecting rod.

    • @juliusfucik4011
      @juliusfucik4011 Рік тому +1

      This is why he used the brass fitting. It has less friction than steel.

  • @theultimatehoomanperson6701
    @theultimatehoomanperson6701 4 місяці тому +1

    Let him cook, he's about to start a new era in the human race 🔥🔥

  • @Aper-re1xh
    @Aper-re1xh 2 роки тому +2

    Wow thank you so much for helping me visualize these things!

  • @Grigori423
    @Grigori423 Рік тому +3

    Oh boy! It would be awesome to see second version with propper steam dome, valve gear & reverser (for applying pressure to both upward and downward stroke of piston and changing direction of rotation). Don't forget throttle bar like in real steam locos too! Subed up!

  • @homemade_projects
    @homemade_projects Рік тому +3

    Lovely steam engine, well done great workmanship. I like it 👍

  • @NavyVeteran1776
    @NavyVeteran1776 2 роки тому +4

    Now you need to put it on a rolling chassis and use rc parts to make a steam locomotive.

  • @themadfarmer5207
    @themadfarmer5207 Рік тому +2

    Impressive craftmanship👍👍👍

  • @manjubinduhewa1177
    @manjubinduhewa1177 Рік тому

    Tks bro
    I am from Sri Lanka
    I got many tips of simple solutions for pneumatic handling.
    Nice craftsmanship. Waiting for ur next clear precentation.
    We will get together & make this power greedy world into a peaceful planet

  • @Greg-McIver
    @Greg-McIver 2 роки тому +2

    Very fine craftsmanship.

  • @siphesihlelanga5783
    @siphesihlelanga5783 Рік тому +2

    As tiny as Is, the engineering and the creativity that goes in there is amazing

  • @percival23
    @percival23 Рік тому +19

    I would to see you hook this up to an electric generator. I would really love to how much power a steam engine this size could generate.

    • @baileydombroskie3046
      @baileydombroskie3046 Рік тому +4

      I wudnt be surprised if the amount of force this small steam engine makes is enuf to run a push mower, not using electrical parts to convert the force to energy to electricity and then using a electric motor back to a force, but rather the drive shaft or watever it’s called be directly connected to the parts that make the blade move. And with how small it is it wud be more efficient with that small size.

  • @pinkmagicali
    @pinkmagicali Рік тому

    That is stunning. And really beautiful craftsmanship.

  • @BringNightmares
    @BringNightmares Рік тому +1

    I would love to recreate this myself, and then use it in a steamboat project!

  • @finnski4917
    @finnski4917 6 місяців тому +2

    what pressure was the safety valve rated for

  • @petedazer3381
    @petedazer3381 Рік тому +1

    Very nice, excellent craftsmanship sir!

  • @hog8035
    @hog8035 2 роки тому

    Nice to have all the tools ate bro. Lovely tutorial. Thanks

  • @joshuaviola6865
    @joshuaviola6865 2 роки тому +3

    Love the welding looks very good I’m going to make one of these

  • @alexanderx33
    @alexanderx33 Рік тому +4

    Would be more efficient if you had a way to time supply pressure, instead of a continuous feed. It would require a larger pressurized line but would also decrease the range of pressure the boiler was subjected too by cutting off the low end of the cycle.

  • @john3775
    @john3775 2 роки тому

    Very nice piece of workmanship.

  • @spiroketal7024
    @spiroketal7024 2 роки тому +1

    Love the cylinder design! Thanks!

  • @chrispicritters4710
    @chrispicritters4710 2 роки тому +3

    A larger steam engine could power anything!

  • @rainbowboa100
    @rainbowboa100 6 місяців тому

    i built a similar one in hi school, fun project! it'll also run on compressed air.

  • @AlexAtramental
    @AlexAtramental 9 місяців тому

    excellent craftsmanship

  • @ronarmstrong835
    @ronarmstrong835 Рік тому

    I can appreciate the simplicity of the valve system.

    • @wagikandi
      @wagikandi Рік тому

      how does the valve system work?

  • @rdyer8764
    @rdyer8764 2 роки тому

    I am absolutely convinced that if you could think of a fun use of a matter transporter that you would figure out a way to make one!

  • @TiagoSilva-sq4gp
    @TiagoSilva-sq4gp Рік тому

    man this is amazing! you should do a bigger one an power some vehicle, like a bike with some car tires, it would be sick!

  • @Yellowstone216
    @Yellowstone216 2 місяці тому

    As a steam locomotive fan, I approve this

  • @johnhili8664
    @johnhili8664 2 роки тому +5

    Nice job I would like to know how you did the marking out for the two holes the inlet and the outlet as you drilled them before the engine was assembled??

  • @anadelinagalvis7847
    @anadelinagalvis7847 2 роки тому +1

    Gracias por mostrar este proyecto; es la demostración de que el vapor genera movimiento, y es el principio , utilizaron en las locomotoras, debían ,de llevar vagones llenos de carbón, pero ahora se puede con hidrógeno,,.Desde Barrancabermeja Colombia

  • @brighambaker3381
    @brighambaker3381 7 місяців тому

    Fantastic video with fantastic explanation of every part as well; thank you!

  • @veetchand4894
    @veetchand4894 8 місяців тому

    Too good lad, I am impressed. Hope you innovate something really good. Thank you for sharing your hard work and skills.

  • @ratratrat59
    @ratratrat59 6 місяців тому

    Beautiful welding skills.

  • @nevillestephen1135
    @nevillestephen1135 Рік тому

    I love this. I am here thinking that could transform into a generator to power a home.

  • @peterfranks5031
    @peterfranks5031 2 роки тому +2

    Very nice, it reminds me of the wileso seam engine I had. The old reliable oscillating cylinder. I like your work

  • @Strutingeagle
    @Strutingeagle Рік тому

    Thank a cigarette that with new machines like this, man will achieve powered flight within a century or so.

  • @bobmeginnes324
    @bobmeginnes324 Рік тому +1

    I've tried and tried to make something like that but never came close 😂 Great job.

  • @JamesKelly89
    @JamesKelly89 3 місяці тому

    I am now convinced I need a TIG welder.

  • @johnwood551
    @johnwood551 Рік тому

    Great job. I love steam powered machines .

  • @DB4KK
    @DB4KK 2 роки тому

    "good sliding properties"
    i like this guy

  • @fjongis6988
    @fjongis6988 Рік тому +1

    Immaculate welds!

  • @anthonykariuki5153
    @anthonykariuki5153 Рік тому

    would it be more efficient if the wheel was spoked., less weight etc? Interesting project

  • @wyleong4326
    @wyleong4326 Рік тому +1

    Now imagine it with an adaptable solar concentrator as the other “fuel” input.
    Great build’ Subbed!

    • @oysterjamivxx
      @oysterjamivxx Рік тому

      yes a fresnel lense would be ideal, in an observatory made like setup dat aling itself to the sun using its own energy, u could even couple this to a farm bot dat you print yourself the pieces with a 3d printer, the vegetal recognition systems and all is in open share alrdy. this could lead people autonomy on clean energy and food, you only will only need the particles for the 3d printer, which can print pieces for alot of people.

  • @robertwilliams8974
    @robertwilliams8974 Рік тому

    Great workmanship.

  • @vinceianni4026
    @vinceianni4026 2 роки тому +2

    Good job mister well done

  • @boharihamen
    @boharihamen 2 роки тому +2

    can the water be in a closed loop as compared to it being lost now?

  • @sideswipe147
    @sideswipe147 2 роки тому

    Tell you what though... with access to the right tools and materials. This looks easy enough to build.
    Over all nice work.

  • @allancornell2191
    @allancornell2191 Рік тому +1

    im curious about how much resistance that pulley can withstand when a load is added. if i put an old idler pulley and a converted fan motor(diy generator) on it with a repurposed engine belt how much torque/speed will be lost and how much would it generate? would it be enough to charge battery banks (depending on set up) quicker than solar cells?

  • @dariourti3265
    @dariourti3265 2 роки тому +1

    Very good working engine 👍. I made one like that but smaller, powered with compressed air and it is so much faster

  • @Globalizmas-Keiksmazodis
    @Globalizmas-Keiksmazodis Рік тому

    Would be fun to see this on a bicycle

  • @drvks75
    @drvks75 11 місяців тому +1

    Where exactly is the inlet of steam ?
    That part is moving !!!!
    How the steam is going into the piston exactly??

  • @peatmoss4415
    @peatmoss4415 Рік тому

    Nice build. I like reading the comments where all the experts could have built it better...

  • @ZygmuntKiliszewski
    @ZygmuntKiliszewski 2 роки тому +3

    Good job, congratulations 👌.
    Dziękuję Tobie za prezentację.
    Thanks you for the presentation 😀.

    • @ZygmuntKiliszewski
      @ZygmuntKiliszewski 2 роки тому

      Dziękuję 😀.

    • @1islam1
      @1islam1 2 роки тому

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      🔴 [He] who made for you the earth a bed [spread out] and the sky a ceiling and sent down from the sky, rain and brought forth thereby fruits as provision for you. So do not attribute to Allah equals while you know [that there is nothing similar to Him]. ( 2:22 )
      🔵 And if you are in doubt about what We have sent down upon Our Servant [Muhammad], then produce a surah the like thereof and call upon your witnesses other than Allah, if you should be truthful. ( 2:23 )
      🔴 But if you do not - and you will never be able to - then fear the Fire, whose fuel is men and stones, prepared for the disbelievers.( 2:24 )
      🔵 And give good tidings to those who believe and do righteous deeds that they will have gardens [in Paradise] beneath which rivers flow. Whenever they are provided with a provision of fruit therefrom, they will say, "This is what we were provided with before." And it is given to them in likeness. And they will have therein purified spouses, and they will abide therein eternally. ( 2:25 )
      ⚠️ Quran

  • @lewallen2897
    @lewallen2897 9 місяців тому

    Honestly the fact these were around before real engines when I'd say these were much harder dangerous but essentially were the backbone of the world's goods trains even ships

  • @aleksije21feb
    @aleksije21feb Рік тому

    Nothing can beat ICEs!

    • @davidfalgout7304
      @davidfalgout7304 2 місяці тому

      Sure just about anything ...when there is no fuel for ICE!

  • @alexg4479
    @alexg4479 4 місяці тому

    I really like these wobbler steam engines!

  • @davidmcculloch961
    @davidmcculloch961 Рік тому

    Great man...
    No precision instruments. ?
    Brilliant. Shear class. Fire stove, your idea, to generating electricity for my man cave ( garage) thankyou.

  • @McBruce999
    @McBruce999 Рік тому

    Awesome work indeed. Wouldn't it be better, if the piston rod were static, instead of moving along with the rotation of the wheels. A connecting rod between the side of the wheel and piston rod, would make it even more efficient.

    • @chamagical
      @chamagical 11 місяців тому

      *???????* This is an oscillating steam engine : a connecting rod is not needed and not wanted , because it wouldn't work at all ! 😊

  • @peter360adventures9
    @peter360adventures9 3 місяці тому

    Awesome build.

  • @onlinelearningguide
    @onlinelearningguide Рік тому

    Great lesson for me! Thank you so much! Keep the amazing job up to support us live our vision!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @fernlenker
    @fernlenker Рік тому

    4:07 THANK you ! every kid should have build one ? to think about things work =)
    this is art work ! welding as a state of the Art !

  • @peteacher52
    @peteacher52 Рік тому

    My late father had a model boat, ca 1920s, "Peggy" brand, with a steam engine very similar to this one. It went OK until the late 50s when the boat became unseaworthy, as it were!

  • @dewarool2
    @dewarool2 Рік тому

    That's so cool, well done.

  • @Shipfixer
    @Shipfixer Рік тому

    That's one sexy little engine! Well done.

  • @EricFB
    @EricFB Рік тому +1

    Beautiful work. I'm wondering if one of these would have enough power to turn a small prop on a 10' aluminum boat. Well done

    • @martinnermut1630
      @martinnermut1630 Рік тому

      The efficiency is very low and you need to have fireplace on board. The real steam engine has much more sofisticated and complex boiler.

  • @gitaarmanad3048
    @gitaarmanad3048 11 місяців тому

    Great information. Awesome simple design Thanks!

  • @wilsonroberto3481
    @wilsonroberto3481 Рік тому +1

    É muito bom ter ferramentas e conhecimento pra tudo.

  • @ethanmurphy5831
    @ethanmurphy5831 Рік тому +1

    It’s amazing to think how primitive yet efficient the steam engine is

  • @mikef.1000
    @mikef.1000 Рік тому

    A good, solid, safe build

  • @L30x
    @L30x Рік тому +2

    Impressive craftmanship, what kind of welder is that? Very nice video!

  • @palaklokhande5850
    @palaklokhande5850 Рік тому +2

    Sir , from where is the steam in the cylinder is helping the wheel to rotate

  • @PuuroLehma
    @PuuroLehma Рік тому

    this guy is sir Nigel Gresley of modern era

  • @KhalidMahmood-wm1qz
    @KhalidMahmood-wm1qz Рік тому

    How is this so simple you need a freaking metal shop

  • @roehle9962
    @roehle9962 2 роки тому +9

    Ive got an idea for you :) i used my steam engine ive built during my apprenticeship to power a shashlik grill, works quite nicely and is a great conversation starter at partys!

  • @ThunderboltSirenStudios
    @ThunderboltSirenStudios 2 місяці тому

    I advise you add a water glass to your steam engine. The bottom of the boiler can be warped if the fire continues to heat it up without any water.

  • @marklagana2769
    @marklagana2769 Рік тому

    So the SS pipe was accurate enough off the shelf, you didn't bore it in the lathe? Did you do incremental passes on the piston until it was the perfect fit? awesome vid thankyou.

    • @shivv7877
      @shivv7877 4 місяці тому

      You gotta look for a pipe that doesnt have a seam on the inside , they are a little bit more pricy but not too much , if it has a seam on the inside you can feel , this wil not work;

  • @bengrindell7693
    @bengrindell7693 Рік тому

    Very interesting!!! I love metal work!!!

  • @bernymozar2195
    @bernymozar2195 Рік тому +1

    Very nice job you are doing, thank you for sharing, are you goi g to put some lubricating in some areas?

  • @mrunalpurigoswami344
    @mrunalpurigoswami344 Рік тому

    It reminds me the steam locomotive history of India 🇮🇳

  • @hieuhuynh8467
    @hieuhuynh8467 11 місяців тому +50

    Can I have your steam engine?