When was the Internal Combustion Engine invented?

The Internal Combustion Engine was invented in 1860 by Etienne Lenoir in Belgium.

An engine that generates power by burning fuel inside enclosed cylinders.

Year invented1860
InventorEtienne Lenoir
CountryBelgium
CategoryTransport

Who invented the Internal Combustion Engine?

Etienne Lenoir invented the Internal Combustion Engine in 1860 in Belgium.

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