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101. Cutting an Internal Taper Pipe Thread (19:54)

Date:
1947
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Shows how to use a taper attachment when cutting internal pipe threads; how to bore a tapered hole to gage size or threading; how to thread a tapered hole to fit a gage; and how to compute pipe thr...

103. Defense of peace (11:33)

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Defense of the peace; U.N. at work
Date:
1958
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This episode illustrates global conflict zones in 1949 and the role of the United Nations in addressing them. It explains the structure and functions of key U.N. bodies, including the General Assem...

104. Defensive Footwork in Basketball (09:34)

Date:
1946
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Analyzes defensive footwork action in basketball by first demonstrating the correct stance. Slow motion and close-up photography then portray the two basic defensive moves: the parallel movement,...

105. Demonstrations in perception (25:29)

Date:
1951
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Presents demonstrations developed by the Institute for Associated Research and used at Princeton University for research in perception, including apparatus designed to illustrate perceptual phenome...

107. Dialogues on the future of library and information services. (3:02:47)

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Library and information servi...; Library and information servi...; Library and information servi...
Date:
1978
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Background materials to aid the delegates and alternates participating in the White House Conference on Library and Information Services, Nov. 15-19, 1979, Washington, D.C.

110. Diesel Locomotive (11:17)

Date:
1950
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Explains the operation of the engine of a diesel locomotive and all the steps in serving a diesel locomotive between runs.

111. Discovery: Who Walked Here? (29:30)

Date:
1957
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Shows how animal tracks may be identified and explains how various types of tracks are classified. Demonstrates the making of track stamps through the use of potatoes. Discusses the making of plas...

114. Doctors in space. Collision stations (29:06)

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Collision stations
Date:
1958
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Discusses the problem of meteorite damage during space travel. Demonstrates the Navy's full-pressure space suit for emergency exit. Explains the difficulties of escape and survival in space. Featur...

115. Doctors in space. Living room in the void (29:15)

Alternative title:
Living room in the void
Date:
1958
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Discusses protective devices for flyers in space. Demonstrates the Air Force partial pressure suit. Explains the effects of "explosive decompression." Presents a design for a three-stage rocket veh...