Energy, Steam And Progress

Points out the importance of steam in the conversion of heat into useful energy. Depicts man's efforts at using steam for useful energy, beginning with the early attempts of Hero of Alexandria, 35 BC. Traces the historical development of devices and techniques. Shows manufacturing techniques including the membrane tube wall. Includes scenes of Babcock and Wilcox's extensive research laboratories.

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  1. 16mm Filmography (legacy record) — title, year, creator, format, sound, description, catalog record