Who among the following built a model Steam engine in 1698 called Miners Friend to drain mines ?

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Q: 73 (NDA-I/2018)
Who among the following built a model Steam engine in 1698 called “Miner’s Friend” to drain mines ?

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History

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NDA-I

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{'richard arkwright': [0, 0, 0, 3], 'miner': [0, 0, 0, 1], 'model steam engine': [0, 0, 0, 1], 'thomas newcomen': [0, 0, 0, 1], 'thomas savery': [0, 0, 0, 1], 'james watt': [0, 0, 0, 1]}

The correct answer is option 1: Thomas Savery. He built a model Steam engine in 1698 called "Miner`s Friend" that was used to drain mines.

Option 2, Thomas Newcomen, is not the correct answer. While he did develop a steam engine in the early 18th century, known as the Newcomen engine, it was primarily used for pumping water out of mines and not specifically referred to as the "Miner`s Friend."

Option 3, James Watt, is also not the correct answer. James Watt is often credited with significant improvements to the steam engine, including a separate condenser and a rotary motion, which greatly increased its efficiency. However, his contributions came later in the 18th century and were not related to the specific engine named "Miner`s Friend."

Option 4, Richard Arkwright, is unrelated to the development of steam engines. He is known for his inventions in the textile industry, particularly the spinning frame, which played a crucial role in the Industrial Revolution.

Therefore, the correct answer is Thomas Savery, who built the "Miner`s Friend" model steam engine in 1698.