Explains the various types of engines which convert fuel to useful energy. Analyses the heat cycle of reciprocating turbine and rocket engines. Introduces the nuclear power engine, the ion engine and solar satellites. Suitable for middle secondary level.
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ACMI Identifier
506155
Language
English
Subject categories
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Energy development
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Fuel
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Power resources
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Solar energy
Communications, Infrastructure, & Transport → Fuel
Documentary → Documentary films - United States
Education, Instruction, Teaching & Schools → Science - Study and teaching
Educational & Instructional → Educational films
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Fuel
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Heating
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Nuclear energy
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Physics
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Power resources
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Science - Study and teaching
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)