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The Four Generations of Computers
Science, Maths & Technology

The Four Generations of Computers

...Museum of Computing, tells us all about the Elliott 803. Integrated Circuits: Third Generation Technology A look at how Integrated Circuit Technology helped computers to evolve. BBC Micro: Fourth Generation Computers Chris Turner, an ex-chief engineer at Acorn, explains how this machine would have been designed and produced and what is meant by single board computer....
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Video 16 mins
Building a crystal radio set
Science, Maths & Technology

Building a crystal radio set

...circuit. This can be a length of copper pipe driven into the ground, or a length of buried un-insulated wire. As with the aerial, a better earth connection will improve reception. It is possible to connect to a metal heating or water pipe, but this is not recommended on safety grounds should there be an electrical fault. For the same reason, the mains earth should not be...
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Article 10 mins
A sport transformed: Safety in motor-racing since 1969
Health, Sports & Psychology

A sport transformed: Safety in motor-racing since 1969

...circuit in Spa have not been implemented and makes the circuit perilously dangerous. The boycott is just one in a series of disagreements between the drivers, the owners of circuits and the governing body of motor racing regarding safety standards. It is a period where on average three of the best racing drivers in the World are being killed in accidents each year. Jackie...
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An introduction to electronics
Science, Maths & Technology

An introduction to electronics

...circuit design and simulation software, this free course, An introduction to electronics, will show how electronic devices and systems pervade everything we do, and teach some of the basic ideas...Electronics is fundamental to modern life. Using an interactive website, videos, and easy-to-use electronic circuit design and simulation software, this free course, An...
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Level 2: Intermediate 10 hrs
Primary science: supporting children’s learning
Education & Development

Primary science: supporting children’s learning

...circuit voltage resistance Words: 0 Answer Table 5 Key terms related to current electricity electric current An electric current is the flow of electric charge, often carried by electrons in wires. conductor A conductor is a material that will carry an electric current. Metals are good conductors. insulator An insulator is a material that will not carry an electric...
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Level 2: Intermediate 8 hrs
Pushing through the speed barrier: trailblazing women in motorsport
Health, Sports & Psychology

Pushing through the speed barrier: trailblazing women in motorsport

...Circuit Racing World Championship in 2024, providing a global platform exclusively for female racers, showcasing the ever-growing opportunities for women in the sport. Watch the following video: Maria Costello’s role in raising the next generation of female motorcycle racers. And you can hear from Maria Costello in The BBC Bikes Podcast, Maria Costello: The Racing Drug....
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Article 10 mins
Wales: Culture and identity
Society, Politics & Law

Wales: Culture and identity

...difference in contemporary Wales. Nationalism and Welsh language Charlotte Davies draws connections between Nationalism and the Welsh language Labour traditions Andrew Edwards describes how his work on Labour Traditions links with ideas of connections in Wales. Political representation Anwen Elias discusses the circuit of knowledge and its usefulness to social scientists....
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Audio 1 hr 20 mins
Personal and career development in engineering
Science, Maths & Technology

Personal and career development in engineering

...circuit boards. An Engineer's role in Disaster Relief Eddie James talks about his work as an engineer rebuilding essential infrastructure in areas affected by disaster. Professional Engineering Institutions Peter Hills, past president of the Institute of Design Engineers, talks about the application process for professional engineering bodies in the UK, their role in...
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Audio 1 hr 6 mins