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Amazing World of Automobiles, 1, Precious Metal
produced by World Wide Entertainment, in Amazing World of Automobiles, 1 (Geelong, Victoria: World Wide Entertainment, 2011), 50 mins
Modern automobile technology has come a long way since Henry Ford's legendary Model T. This documentary highlights the features of today's advanced luxury vehicles, including the Rolls-Royce, Ferrari, Mercedes S-Class, Maybach, BMW 7 Series, Audi Q7, and the Cadillac CTS-V.
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produced by World Wide Entertainment, in Amazing World of Automobiles, 1 (Geelong, Victoria: World Wide Entertainment, 2011), 50 mins
Description
Modern automobile technology has come a long way since Henry Ford's legendary Model T. This documentary highlights the features of today's advanced luxury vehicles, including the Rolls-Royce, Ferrari, Mercedes S-Class, Maybach, BMW 7 Series, Audi Q7, and the Cadillac CTS-V.
Field of Study
Global Issues
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
World Wide Entertainment, Steve Kealy, fl. 2008
Date Published / Released
2011
Publisher
World Wide Entertainment
Series
Amazing World of Automobiles
Speaker / Narrator
Steve Kealy, fl. 2008
Topic / Theme
Cars, Automobile manufacturing, Mechanical engineering, Engineering, Science
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2011. Used by permission of World Wide Entertainment.
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Clockwork Radio
produced by John Groom, fl. 1995-1997 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 1995), 33 mins
This documentary follows the story of inventor Trevor Baylis and his clockwork radio which is set to be mass produced in South Africa.
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produced by John Groom, fl. 1995-1997 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 1995), 33 mins
Description
This documentary follows the story of inventor Trevor Baylis and his clockwork radio which is set to be mass produced in South Africa.
Field of Study
Global Issues
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
John Groom, fl. 1995-1997, Chirs Evans, fl. 1995
Date Published / Released
1995
Publisher
BBC Worldwide
Speaker / Narrator
Nelson Mandela, 1918-2013, Trevor Graham Baylis, 1937-, Chirs Evans, fl. 1995
Person Discussed
Nelson Mandela, 1918-2013, Trevor Graham Baylis, 1937-
Topic / Theme
Manufacturing industry, Sciences, Mechanical engineering, Science
Copyright Message
Copyright © 1995 BBC Worldwide
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In Short: A Lesson On Almost Everything, Episode 2, Eco-Friendly Cars
produced by Switch International, in In Short: A Lesson On Almost Everything, Episode 2 (Derry, NH: Chip Taylor Communications, 2011), 3 mins
Episode 2 - Eco-Friendly Cars: With the pressure to reduce carbon emissions, small cars that leave less of a footprint are becoming increasingly important.
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produced by Switch International, in In Short: A Lesson On Almost Everything, Episode 2 (Derry, NH: Chip Taylor Communications, 2011), 3 mins
Description
Episode 2 - Eco-Friendly Cars: With the pressure to reduce carbon emissions, small cars that leave less of a footprint are becoming increasingly important.
Field of Study
Global Issues
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Switch International
Date Published / Released
2011
Publisher
Chip Taylor Communications
Series
In Short: A Lesson On Almost Everything
Topic / Theme
Fuel, Automobile manufacturing, Mechanical engineering, Science
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2011 by Switch International
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Inspired by Soldier Son, Father Develops Military Robots May 14, 2009
presented by Tom Bearden; produced by Public Broadcasting Service (Arlington, VA: NewsHour Productions, 2009), 6 mins
After the death of his son in the Iraq war, the father of a soldier formed a company that manufactures military robots. Tom Bearden reports.
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presented by Tom Bearden; produced by Public Broadcasting Service (Arlington, VA: NewsHour Productions, 2009), 6 mins
Description
After the death of his son in the Iraq war, the father of a soldier formed a company that manufactures military robots. Tom Bearden reports.
Field of Study
Science
Content Type
News story
Contributor
Public Broadcasting Service
Author / Creator
Tom Bearden
Date Published / Released
2009-05-14
Publisher
NewsHour Productions
Topic / Theme
Manufacturing industry, War, Iraq War, 2003-2011, Business & Economics
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2009 by NewsHour Productions
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Making An Honest Fiver
directed by Ian Duncan, fl. 1987-1990; produced by David Dugan, fl. 1988 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 1990), 50 mins
This documentary, directed by Ian Duncan, looks at the manufacturing processes involved in the production of a new five pound note due to be launched in June 1990. Considers the design and production of currency, and the intricate techniques developed to prevent forgeries.
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directed by Ian Duncan, fl. 1987-1990; produced by David Dugan, fl. 1988 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 1990), 50 mins
Description
This documentary, directed by Ian Duncan, looks at the manufacturing processes involved in the production of a new five pound note due to be launched in June 1990. Considers the design and production of currency, and the intricate techniques developed to prevent forgeries.
Field of Study
Science
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
David Dugan, fl. 1988, Leo McKern, 1920-2002
Author / Creator
Ian Duncan, fl. 1987-1990
Date Published / Released
1990
Publisher
BBC Worldwide
Speaker / Narrator
Leo McKern, 1920-2002
Topic / Theme
Economics, Government, Law enforcement, Manufacturing industry, Sciences, Mechanical engineering, Science
Copyright Message
Copyright © 1990 BBC Worldwide
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Modern Marvels, Season 9, Iron
produced by Bruce Nash, 1947- and Jeff Cole, Actuality Productions, in Modern Marvels, Season 9 (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2008), 44 mins
Modern Marvels goes beyond the basics to provide insight and history into things we wonder about and that impact our lives. Episode: Iron: From the spear, axe, and sword to today's high tech arsenal, iron weapons have revolutionized warfare.
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produced by Bruce Nash, 1947- and Jeff Cole, Actuality Productions, in Modern Marvels, Season 9 (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2008), 44 mins
Description
Modern Marvels goes beyond the basics to provide insight and history into things we wonder about and that impact our lives. Episode: Iron: From the spear, axe, and sword to today's high tech arsenal, iron weapons have revolutionized warfare.
Field of Study
Global Issues
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Bruce Nash, 1947-, Jeff Cole, Actuality Productions, Lloyd Sherr, 1956-
Date Published / Released
2008
Publisher
A&E Television Networks
Series
Modern Marvels
Speaker / Narrator
Louis Bloomfield, 1956-, Lloyd Sherr, 1956-
Person Discussed
Louis Bloomfield, 1956-, Henry Bessemer, 1813-1898
Topic / Theme
Weapons and ordnance, Mining engineering, Paints and pigments, Military engineering, Metal-working, Steel, Geophysics, Physics, Manufacturing processes, Manufacturing industry, Ironclads, Iron and steel industry
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2008 A+E Networks. All Rights Reserved
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Q.E.D., Superspecs
produced by Liz Tucker, fl. 1997, in Q.E.D. (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 1997), 29 mins
This documentary reports on Dr. Josh Silver. who created cheap and easy-to-make glasses and took them to Ghana.
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produced by Liz Tucker, fl. 1997, in Q.E.D. (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 1997), 29 mins
Description
This documentary reports on Dr. Josh Silver. who created cheap and easy-to-make glasses and took them to Ghana.
Field of Study
Science
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Liz Tucker, fl. 1997, James Bolam, 1938-
Date Published / Released
1997
Publisher
BBC Worldwide
Series
Q.E.D.
Speaker / Narrator
Josh Silver, fl. 1997, James Bolam, 1938-
Person Discussed
Josh Silver, fl. 1997
Topic / Theme
Manufactured material, Scientific research, Mechanical engineering, Science
Copyright Message
Copyright © 1997 BBC Worldwide
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