| Description | On the same sheet: Four sketches by Ewer of his various designs. Has met Matthew Boulton and showed him his plans for engines. Matthew Boulton did not think there was any advantage in them but said he should seek James Watt’s opinion. His thoughts on the inertia and friction of engines. Details of his engines and Matthew Boulton’s objections. Matthew Boulton hinted at improving the engine by using an equalizing beam, which seems to be similar to a three year-old design of his. |