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Wind Power
Wind power is a clean and renewable energy source. But problems associated with this form of energy mean wind power currently only generates a tiny percentage of our electricity. Earth Science - Earth's Resources - Learning Points. Wind...
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Can we stop wind turbine blades ending up in landfill?
FT Rethink - About 85 per cent of a wind turbine can be recycled effectively, but the blades cannot because they’re made largely from a composite of epoxy resin and glass or carbon fibre that’s incredibly difficult to break down. Now...
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The Fascinating World of Cobalt
In this video, we learn about the element cobalt. Cobalt is known for its use in creating blue colors in various objects such as glass, porcelain, pottery, and enamels. It is also used in jewelry making, electroplating, and in the...
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WS PAN Shot of Crane lifting turbine blade / Macarthur, Victoria, Australia
WS PAN Shot of Crane lifting turbine blade / Macarthur, Victoria, Australia
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How Do They Do It - Jet Engines
Jet engines generally work to generate thrust by creating a high-speed exhaust. See how this is done with fans, air compressors, a combustion chamber, and fuel. The precision is specific, especially for the turbine blade. Hear exactly...