Industrial Revolution 1.0

Mechanization enabled by water and steam power beginning in the late 18th century.

Mechanization enabled by water and steam power beginning in the late 18th century.

Smart-city relevance: Historical transition from manual production toward machine-powered industry.

Related: Steam engine

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