Inventor of the steam engine in 1760?

The invention of the steam engine in 1760 is often attributed to James Watt, who significantly improved earlier designs. However, it is important to note that Thomas Newcomen created the first practical steam engine in 1712, primarily for pumping water. Watt's innovations in the 1760s and 1770s, including the separate condenser, greatly enhanced efficiency and paved the way for its use in various industries, marking a key moment in the Industrial Revolution.