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Take a look behind the scenes of ThrustWSH
Science, Maths & Technology

Take a look behind the scenes of ThrustWSH

...technologies are needed to break the water speed record with ThrustWSH (Water speed hydrofoil)...Click on the image hotspots to find out more about the technologies used in the ThrustWSH boat. The interactive works best if you click on the “Fullscreen” button in the top right-hand corner to make the image larger. @@PLUGINFILE@@/image-hotspots-6173.h5p Record speed...
Space scientist: John Zarnecki
Science, Maths & Technology

Space scientist: John Zarnecki

...technology developed by the space programme that's set to improve our lives on Earth... Space scientist: John Zarnecki A brief introduction to this album. Big questions about our universe Zarnecki talks about the projects and ideas that drive him: sending scientific instruments into outer space, how our solar system evolved, and whether life exists on other planets....
Investigating spiders: life on a thread
Science, Maths & Technology

Investigating spiders: life on a thread

...technology allow advances in scientific knowledge and understanding. This material forms part of The Open University course S204 Biology: uniformity and diversity... Investigating spiders: life on a thread A short introduction to this album. Investigating the biophysics of spiders David Robinson explains the difference between spiders and insects, and takes a close look...
The physical world: helicopters
Science, Maths & Technology

The physical world: helicopters

...technology, and demonstrate what happens in an emergency landing. This material forms part of the course S207 The physical world... The physical world: helicopters An introduction to this album How helicopters fly Marie and Tracey from the Royal Berkshire Ambulance Unit find out how helicopter rotors work. Traditional rotor blades How rotor blades are constructed to cut...
Personal and career development in engineering
Science, Maths & Technology

Personal and career development in engineering

...Technology - a Consultant's Perspective Moira Fowler talks about her role as a consultant, helping companies to implement cutting edge surface-mount technology for miniaturising 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...
From Zero Day to Doomsday – Public Lecture
Digital & Computing

From Zero Day to Doomsday – Public Lecture

...technology, which will run from April October 2018. In From Zero Day to Doomsday, Mike will focus on the potential threat from hidden software bugs that are being exploited by criminals and governments alike with the intention of causing harm to the computer systems that we all rely on. After his lecture, Mike will be joined by a panel of experts to discuss the topic in...
Imperial Rome and Ostia
History & The Arts

Imperial Rome and Ostia

...technology: from Babylon to Singapore... Imperial Rome and Ostia A brief introduction to the album. The construction of Imperial Rome A large scale model shows us how Imperial Rome once looked and we also learn some of its fascinating history. Aqueducts in Rome A look at how aqueducts were a great engineering achievement in Imperial Rome. The Aurelianic wall The renewed...
Understanding Identity
Society, Politics & Law

Understanding Identity

...technology has meant that we can be whoever we want to be. Infertile couples have the chance of conceiving a child; a man can become a woman; if an organ fails, you can get a new one. But is it all for the greater good? There are people in today's society who wouldn't think twice about putting a patent on our biological and genetic heritage. The tracks on this album...