English: activity 23

  • 5000 BCE

    Wheels

    The wheel was invented around 5000 years ago in central Asia (Mesopotamia) by Mesopotamians.
  • Steam tractor

    The steam tractor was invented in 1769 in France by Nicolas Cugnot. But the tractor was very heavy and unstable.
  • Steam train

    The steam train was invented in 1804 in Englad by Richard Trevithick. Could travel at 48kgh.
  • Internal combustion engine

    The combustion engine worked by burning. The transport on the road and rail.
  • Petrol-powered car

    It was created in Germany by Karl Benz.
  • Period: to

    Diesel engine trains

    It was created in Germany by the German Rudolf Diesel. Were also replacing stream trains.
  • Model T Ford

    It was created by Henry Ford and 15 million cars were sold.
  • Mangetic levitation trains/ Fuel cell cars/ Solar powerd cars

    Is invented in Japan and now use electricity.