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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.[1] 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.
- ^ "Solving the Smoke Problem: A Novel Aspect of Railway Engine Designing". Railway Wonders of the World. Vol. 2, no. 15. Amalgamated Press. 10 May 1935. pp. 475–479. Retrieved 16 April 2024.