Invention and Engineering

Capuchon (chimney)

A capuchon is a raised lip at the front of a ship's funnel or the chimney of a steam locomotive. It is intended to prevent downdraughts when in motion and encourage smoke to rise. Sometimes capuchons were made of plate steel bolted or welded in place, others were an integral part of the chimney casting. The name derives from their resemblance to a type of ceremonial hat.

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• ▸Barrow Hill Roundhouse
• ▸Edwards Air Force Base
• ▸Cowcatcher

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