steam engine
Concept
Mentioned as a historical invention that had broad economic impact beyond its initial design.
Mentioned in 2 videos
Videos Mentioning steam engine
Jed Buchwald: Isaac Newton and the Philosophy of Science | Lex Fridman Podcast #214
Lex Fridman
An invention, particularly the Watt engine, that arose somewhat independently of scientific theories but greatly impacted manufacturing and device construction.
Factors That Affect Productivity in the Economy, w/ Michael Boskin (Ch. 1) | LFHSPBC
PolicyEd
Mentioned as a historical invention that had broad economic impact beyond its initial design.