When was the Stirling Engine invented?

The Stirling Engine was invented in 1816 by Robert Stirling in Scotland.

A closed-cycle engine that operates by repeatedly heating and cooling a sealed gas.

Year invented1816
InventorRobert Stirling
CountryScotland
Region at the timeUnited Kingdom
CategoryEnergy

Who invented the Stirling Engine?

Robert Stirling invented the Stirling Engine in 1816 in Scotland.

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