Model steam engine, Nairobi Industrial Area

A model steam engine is a small-scale replica of a full-sized steam engine, designed to demonstrate the principles of steam power and energy conversion. It typically consists of a boiler to generate steam, a piston or turbine that transforms the steam’s pressure into mechanical motion, and a flywheel that helps maintain the engine’s momentum. These models are often used for educational purposes, showcasing how heat energy from steam can be converted into kinetic energy to perform work. They provide a practical and visually engaging way to study thermodynamics, mechanics, and early industrial engineering technology