What was critical to the success of the Clermont steamboat?
Sail power
Efficient engine design
Large cargo capacity
Multiple decks
Answer
Efficient engine design was instrumental to the success of the Clermont steamboat. Robert Fulton's innovative use of a steam engine with a vertical cylinder and a flywheel provided the necessary power and stability for the vessel to navigate the Hudson River effectively. This breakthrough in steamboat technology set the stage for the commercial viability of steam-powered transportation, revolutionizing river and coastal travel in the early 19th century.
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