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BFI synopsis: modern methods of coal handling demonstrated at Salford during the Combustion Engineering Association’s Exhibition
Theoretical combustion; reduction of combustion losses; heat transfer surfaces in boilers; mechanised stoking for water-tube boilers; balanced draught control; forced draught removal of clinker; reasons for...
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The internal combustion engine was a key source of power in late 19th-century Britain - long before its role in transport. Gas engines, oil engines, petrol engines - all played their part in running the...
Shows how Didcot Power Station in Berkshire generates electricity for the National Grid. Looks at the full production cycle from the delivery of coal to the disposal of the ash after combustion. Briefly...
BFI synopsis: CU coal falling onto a conveyor belt. CU mines operating power-loading machines. CU flash as methane gas (firedamp) ignites explosion and fire. Miners spraying water onto fire; shots of fire....
A review of the increasing need for electronics in car engine management. Using a range of classic vintage cars from the British Motor Heritage Collection, shows how car ignition systems, although growing in...
The experimental basis of chemistry, starting with the action of heat on substances and continues with combustion, oxidation and the properties of oxides of metals and non-metals. Shows compounds including...
Traces the development of the gear from the first recorded use in a crude form over two thousand years ago to its widespread use in many forms today. A lever is a means of transferring power. The gear wheel...
2012. GB. BFI. DVD or Blu-ray. 585 minutes. £34.99 About the Reviewer: Paul Newland teaches in the Department of Theatre, Film and Television Studies, Aberystwyth University. His publication include:...
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