Besides steamboats and submarines, what did Fulton work on?
Airplanes
Torpedoes
Trains
Automobiles
Answer
Torpedoes were another focus of Fulton's inventive efforts. These underwater weapons, driven by steam or compressed air, were designed to sink enemy ships. Fulton's contributions to torpedo development included innovations in their propulsion, guidance, and detonation mechanisms, advancing the field of naval warfare and shaping the future of underwater combat.
Revolutionizing the World: The Remarkable Life of Robert Fulton
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