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#14446 Applied Physics - Lever, Wheel and Axle, Pulley (Run time 17 min.) DVD $59.95
Ever since there has been work to do, people have looked for easier ways to complete their tasks. These imaginative videos offer fresh perspectives on how machines are used to make work easier. Animation, graphics, video, and narration are combined to vividly explain the basic physical concepts associated with work, energy, and the six simple machines. Special appearances by a hard-working caveman help put the development of machines into historical (and humorous) perspective. Each segment includes history and definition, real-world examples of the physical science principles, video of simple machines in use, 3-D animations demonstrating how the machines work, as well as calculations and their applications. A Cambridge Educational Production. (17 minutes)
#14447 Applied Physics - Inclined Plane, Wedge, and Screw (Run time 13 min.) DVD $59.95
Ever since there has been work to do, people have looked for easier ways to complete their tasks. These imaginative videos offer fresh perspectives on how machines are used to make work easier. Animation, graphics, video, and narration are combined to vividly explain the basic physical concepts associated with work, energy, and the six simple machines. Special appearances by a hard-working caveman help put the development of machines into historical (and humorous) perspective. Each segment includes history and definition, real-world examples of the physical science principles, video of simple machines in use, 3-D animations demonstrating how the machines work, as well as calculations and their applications. A Cambridge Educational Production. (13 minutes)
#14448 Applied Physics - Energy and Work (Run time 14 min.) DVD $59.95
Ever since there has been work to do, people have looked for easier ways to complete their tasks. These imaginative videos offer fresh perspectives on how machines are used to make work easier. Animation, graphics, video, and narration are combined to vividly explain the basic physical concepts associated with work, energy, and the six simple machines. Special appearances by a hard-working caveman help put the development of machines into historical (and humorous) perspective. Each segment includes history and definition, real-world examples of the physical science principles, video of simple machines in use, 3-D animations demonstrating how the machines work, as well as calculations and their applications. A Cambridge Educational Production. (14 minutes)
#20472 CAD, CAM & Drafting - Overview to CAD (Run time 16 min.) DVD $59.95
Overview to CAD is a sixteen-minute video which is part of the series, Drafting.Whether your students are just beginning to learn basic drawing skills or are already involved in CAD programs, this video series will ignite an interest in the "drafting world-of-work." The set of 3 videos covers: technical/mechanical drawing, including the tools and equipment needed; computer-aided design and drafting concepts; and drafting specialties, such as architectural drafting. Viewers are encouraged to explore various drafting occupations-requiring different levels of education and experience. What a great way to introduce your students to a wide world of opportunities for a useful career! (16 min.) A Meridian Production.
#24698 CAD, CAM & Drafting - An Overview of Drafting (Run time 13 min.) DVD $59.95
Overview to Drafting is a thirteen-minute video which is part of the series, Drafting.Whether your students are just beginning to learn basic drawing skills or are already involved in CAD programs, this video series will ignite an interest in the "drafting world-of-work." The set of 3 videos covers: technical/ mechanical drawing, including the tools and equipment needed; computer-aided design and drafting concepts; and drafting specialties, such as architectural drafting. Viewers are encouraged to explore various drafting occupations-requiring different levels of education and experience. What a great way to introduce your students to a wide world of opportunities for a useful career! (13 min.) A Meridian Production.
#34206 Engineering Principles - Microengineering and Nanotechnology (Run time 17 min.) DVD $59.95
This edition of Science Screen Report shows how the principles of microengineering and nanotechnology are being applied to environmental science, medicine, and engineering. A complete water-testing laboratory on a single microchip is spotlighted, as are grooved bandages that channel the movement and bonding of fibroblasts, speeding up healing and minimizing scarring. Research into the manipulation of individual atoms, the use of microscopic beads as medicinal magic bullets, and the identification of stress cracks caused by resonance is also featured. A viewable/printable instructor's guide is available online. Produced in association with the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology and the Junior Engineering Technical Society. (17 minutes)
#20351 Engineering Principles - Balsa Wood Model Bridges (Run time min.) DVD $69.95
This video is an informative and exciting look at the basics of engineering. One of the best ways to learn how something works is to examine it when it didn't work and discuss why it failed. This idea is demonstrated by a secondary school class that builds models of bridges from balsa wood. The forces that work against real structures, such as live loads, people and cars, dead loads, the weight of the structure itself, and stress from weather, are simulated in the classroom. They learn many different stresses that structures endure and how to control those stresses with structural design. An examination of various bridge structures, like a beam bridge, an arch bridge, and a tension bridge, illustrates which designs are most appropriate for specific stresses. The best model bridges are determined when they are tested for their strength against the forces. A must for those interested in design and engineering. One 19-minute video. A Shopware Production.
#20352 Engineering Principles - Model Bridges (Run time min.) DVD $69.95
Follow engineering students as they compete in the annual College Engineering Model Bridge Building Contest. University-level teams work to build 20-foot-long bridges that can withstand the testing procedures of competition. They discuss the design challenges faced by team members and the successes and failures they experienced. Categories and rules of competition are also outlined for those interested in participating in advanced-level model bridge building competition. One 23-minute video. A Shopware Production.
#20353 Engineering Principles - Welding Rod Model Bridges (Run time min.) DVD $69.95
This video examines the use of welding rods in the construction of model bridges. Starting with an introduction to basic engineering principles, viewers learn about the loads and forces which affect all structures. Key concepts such as live and dead loads, structural failure, and thrust lines are explained in detail, along with an examination of the five forces of compression, tension, shear, torsion, and bending. These principles are then put to the test as students construct model bridges, using a limited amount of materials, which are stress tested in competition. It's an exciting way to introduce the engineering principles of bridge building. One 15-minute video. A Shopware Production.
#23381 Engineering Principles - Spaghetti Model Bridges (Run time min.) DVD $69.95
Sure it sounds strange, but the use of spaghetti in building model bridges is a great way to demonstrate some basic principles of engineering. Spaghetti reacts to the five forces of Compression, Tension, Bending, Shear, and Torsion, much in the same way that conventional building materials do. By using spaghetti to construct a model bridge, students can examine the effects of these forces individually and combined. This video begins with a history of spaghetti bridge building contests and lists the categories of competition. After outlining the standard rules of construction, it then follows the building of various bridges and their performance in competition. Included are highlights of the international spaghetti bridge building contest at Okanagan College in British Columbia, Canada. An interesting and creative way to learn about bridge building. One 15-minute video. A Shopware Production.
#10795 CAD, CAM & Drafting - The Way We Communicate... (Run time 13 min.) DVD $79.95
CADD-Computer-Aided Drafting and DesignThis video is designed to provide an overview of CADD, Computer-Aided Drafting and Design, and its importance in today's world. Viewers will see real-world examples of applications, including engines, circuitry, and heating and air conditioning systems. Benefits of using CADD are outlined , and we hear from experts in the field who are actually using CADD on the job. Not only do students see CADD in operation, they are also given clear explanations as to various components and how they work. Most important, viewers learn that using CADD allows advancement in technological design at a speed and level of efficiency that are nearly miraculous. An extremely valuable tool for introductory-level courses. A Meridian Production.One 13-minute video.
#24696 CAD, CAM & Drafting - An Overview of CAM (Run time 14 min.) DVD $79.95
This video defines CAM, shows how a CAM system is integrated with a CAD system, and discusses background necessary for employment with CAM and the future of CAM in industry. (14 min.) A Meridian Production.
#25586 CAD, CAM & Drafting - How Is a CAD Drawing Done? (Run time 12 min.) DVD $79.95
This video demonstrates drawing functions, life maintenance functions, perspectives, scaling, and the output of a CAD system. (12 min.) A Meridian Production.
#26790 CAD, CAM & Drafting - What is CAD? (Run time 19 min.) DVD $79.95
This video covers the hardware and software requirements, the capabilities of a CAD system, and how and where CAD systems are used. An excellent overview of Computer Aided Drafting. (19 min.) A Meridian Production.
#8235 Applied Physics - Why Physics? (Run time 35 min.) DVD $89.95
This unique program goes on a fast-paced road trip to answer the "Why Physics" question. Journeying across the American Southeast, a host investigates the role of physics in our daily lives, as viewers gain an appreciation for the fundamental concepts and principles revealed by the people and places along the way. Everything from roller coasters to roadside attractions is used to explore physics concepts, while emphasizing the subject's fun side. Viewers begin to understand that physics, far from being abstract and remote, is best observed in the immediate world surrounding us. A Cambridge Educational Production. (36 minutes)
#38707 Applied Physics - Electric Current (Run time 26 min.) DVD $89.95
This program explores how electric energy became an essential tool with the advent of electricity storage, allowing the flow of current to do useful work. Conductors and insulators, voltage, and current are defined and examined, using a water flow model to help ensure understanding. The difference between electron flow and current flow models is explained, and the nature of direct and alternating current (both one- and two-phase) is developed. Specific modules include Tapping a Source, Conductors and Insulators, Direction of Flow, Potential Difference, Measuring Voltage, Measuring Current, Alternating Current, and AC Voltage. Correlates to all National CTE Organizational Standards (including the provisions of the Perkins Act). A viewable/printable instructor's guide is available online. A Shopware Production. (26 minutes)
#38710 Applied Physics - Power and Efficiency (Run time 35 min.) DVD $89.95
This program defines electric power and explores in general terms a variety of means by which it is produced, transmitted, and consumed. Efficiencies and inefficiencies relating to energy conservation are discussed in relation to power production, transmission, and consumption, with a particular focus on the efficiencies and inefficiencies associated with the conversion of electricity to light. Specific modules include Efficiency I: Power Production; Power; Efficiency II: Power Transport; Power Transmission; Power Consumption; Inefficiency I: The Light Bulb; and Inefficiency II: The Fluorescent Bulb. Correlates to all National CTE Organizational Standards (including the provisions of the Perkins Act). A viewable/printable instructor's guide is available online. A Shopware Production. (34 minutes)
#38729 Applied Physics - Electric Motors (Run time 18 min.) DVD $89.95
This program explores the basic principles behind the operation of AC and DC motors. An explanation is given about how one or more fixed magnets, either permanent or electromagnetic, can cause linear movement or rotation of a current-carrying wire. A hand rule is developed to predict motor force. Motor torque is explained as a prelude to the practical design of a direct current motor. Specific modules include Motors and Magnets, Current and Magnet Interaction, Left-Hand Rule, Motor Force, Motor Torque, and DC Motors. Correlates to all National CTE Organizational Standards (including the provisions of the Perkins Act). A viewable/printable instructor's guide is available online. A Shopware Production. (18 minutes)
#38730 Applied Physics - Electric Generators (Run time 20 min.) DVD $89.95
This program looks at physics principles behind AC and DC generators. The relationship between a changing magnetic field and the induction of electric current is examined. A hand rule is introduced to predict the generator effect in a linear length of conductor exposed to a changing magnetic field. The behavior of a rotating coil in a magnetic field leads to the practical construction of an AC motor. Split-ring commutator generators are introduced, as well as the more common alternator as a means of generating DC electricity. Specific modules include Generating Electricity, Inductors, Generator Left-Hand Rule, Generator Electromotive Rule, AC Generators, and DC Generators. Correlates to all National CTE Organizational Standards (including the provisions of the Perkins Act). A viewable/printable instructor's guide is available online. A Shopware Production. (20 minutes)
#7378 Engineering Principles - When Engineering Fails (Run time 51 min.) DVD $129.95
Using original source footage, this program examines several major disasters, including the space shuttle Challenger, and discusses the scientific principles behind the engineering failures. Analyzing each project, a professional engineer uses practical demonstrations to illustrate the miscalculations that cause bridges to collapse, the fuselage of planes to crack, and the roofs of a newly built hotel and a stadium to give way. The program illustrates a series of tests that can predict project failures. The efficiency of modern computer engineering design is compared with that of traditional engineering methods that require more decision-making and risk on the part of engineers. Original BBC broadcast title: To Engineer Is Human. (51 minutes)
#14445 Applied Physics - Simple Machines and Work: A Caveman's Perspective (Run time min.) DVD $179.85
Ever since there has been work to do, people have looked for easier ways to complete their tasks. These imaginative videos offer fresh perspectives on how machines are used to make work easier. Animation, graphics, video, and narration are combined to vividly explain the basic physical concepts associated with work, energy, and the six simple machines. Special appearances by a hard-working caveman help put the development of machines into historical (and humorous) perspective. Each segment includes history and definition, real-world examples of the physical science principles, video of simple machines in use, 3-D animations demonstrating how the machines work, as well as calculations and their applications. A Cambridge Educational Production. 3-part series, 15 minutes each.
#25219 CAD, CAM & Drafting - Drafting (Run time min.) DVD $179.85
Whether your students are just beginning to learn basic drawing skills or are already involved in CAD programs, this video series will ignite an interest in the "drafting world-of-work." The set of 3 videos covers: technical/mechanical drawing, including the tools and equipment needed; computer-aided design and drafting concepts; and drafting specialties, such as architectural drafting. Viewers are encouraged to explore various drafting occupations-requiring different levels of education and experience. What a great way to introduce your students to a wide world of opportunities for a useful career! A Meridian Production.
#26713 CAD, CAM & Drafting - Understanding CAD/CAM (Run time min.) DVD $239.85
Computer Aided Drafting and Computer Aided Manufacturing are high-tech areas which have become an integral part of current technology. This series provides a basic yet concise overview of CAD and CAM and how they are used. A Meridian Production.
#38973 Applied Physics - Electricity: A 3-D Animated Demonstration (Run time min.) DVD $719.6
Mastery of electrical concepts and laws is necessary to any understanding of physics and its applications. This powerhouse series-eight engaging programs covering all the essentials of electricity-is hands-on enough for both the electrical shop and the physics lab and theoretical enough for use in the science classroom. Filled with outstanding 3-D animations, Electricity: A 3-D Animated Demonstration makes the principles of electricity easier to understand and discuss. Future electricians and electrical engineers will both benefit from this valuable educational tool. Correlates to all National CTE Organizational Standards (including the provisions of the Perkins Act). A viewable/printable instructor's guide is available online. A Shopware Production. 8-part series, 18-34 minutes each.
