Abstract
This article explores the history of the engineer in Great Britain at a time when the transformation in the infrastructure of the country being brought about by the Industrial Revolution turned the practice of engineering from a trade into a profession. In pursuing the theme of technology transfer, it also sheds light on the trans-national context in which the early engineers acquired their experience and conducted their business. This article draws on research into the Archives of Soho (the Boulton & Watt steam engine partnership) and the technological travel literature of the 'industrial enlightenment'.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 215-232 |
Number of pages | 18 |
Journal | Engineering Studies |
Volume | 3 |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Jan 2011 |
Keywords
- Soho Manufactory
- military engineer
- Society of Civil Engineers
- professionalisation
- engineer
- James Watt
- technology transfer
- secrecy
- Matthew Boulton
- science
- mechanic