François Bourdon
François Prudent Bourdon | |
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François Bourdon | |
| Born | 29 July 1797 Seurre, Côte-d'Or, France |
| Died | 19 April 1865 (aged 67) Paris, France |
| Nationality | French |
| Occupation(s) | Engineer, inventor |
| Known for | Steam hammer |
François Prudent Bourdon (29 July 1797 – 19 April 1865) was a French engineer and inventor, mainly interested in development of steam-powered boats for inland navigation. He is known for designing one of the first steam hammers.