Egide Walschaerts
Egide Walschaerts (21 January 1820 – 18 February 1901) was a Belgian mechanical engineer, best known as the inventor of the Walschaerts valve gear used in steam locomotives. He was born in Mechelen, Belgium. In 1838 he was recognised as an excellent modeller, presenting his work at a local exhibition in Mechelen. Minister Rogier, who opened the exhibition, was so impressed that he arranged a place for Walschaerts at Liège University.
Egide Walschaerts | |
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| Born | 21 January 1820 Mechelen, Belgium |
| Died | 18 February 1901 (aged 81) Saint-Gilles, Belgium |
| Nationality | Belgian |
| Occupation | Engineer |
| Engineering career | |
| Discipline | Mechanical engineering |
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