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COI synopsis: The fire grate with the "fluidised bed". Small particles of solid fuel burning in a bath of sand made fluid by air form a bowl of liquid fire... a fire without waste or pollution.
Describes how the sun’s energy is converted into chemical energy by the endothermic photosynthesis reaction and stored in plants, coal and oil. Shows various methods of recovering that energy, illustrating...
Demonstrates the origin and qualities of coal - its efficiency, versatility and abundance. Argues that coal could become the bridge between the age of oil and the new energy sources of the 21st century....
4 (72 min): Explores water purity, safety and the role that chemistry plays in managing the environment. Looks at water management from the maintenance of river water quality to the detailed chemistry of the...
COI synopsis: It seems we just can’t stand still; getting around has become a vital part of living today... and living tomorrow. In this issue we look at a few of the machines developed to satisfy our urge...
NoS synopsis: international conference on chemical engineering at the NCB Coal Research Establishment, with a talk on the future of coal from Dr. Jacob Bronowski, director of the Coal Research Establishment....
BFI synopsis: the production of smokeless fuel NCB Commentary - The recent example of the city of London falling into line with other major industrial centres in declaring itself a smokeless zone highlights...
NoS synopsis: coal for steam in a large London brewery. NCB Commentary - Men are choosy too. Only the best materials must be used. Hops in bulk. Sampled by an expert nose. Power house of Britain’s...
BFI synopsis: The production of a new smokeless fuel by the NCB, hexagonal in shape, which burns with a bright flame - Homefire. NCB Commentary - In the Warwickshire countryside, the backroom boys have come...
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