#Westinghouse Electric & Manufacturing

[philwriter-blog]

Who else shaped the manufacturing world - American and European electricity.

Jill Jonnes in her book, Empires of Light, tells the story of the birth of the American giants of electricity. Electricity was ‘discovered’ by a number of scientists in a number of countries. Its existence had been there for all mankind to witness in electrical storms; but what was it? How could it be used? In How Britain Shaped the Manufacturing World (HBSTMW) I focussed on Humphrey Davy and…

[queenie435]

THE WORLD'S FIRST ELECTRIC ROLLER COASTER

Granville T. Woods (April 23, 1856 – January 30, 1910) introduced the “Figure Eight,” the world's first electric roller coaster, in 1892 at Coney Island Amusement Park in New York. Woods patented the invention in 1893, and in 1901, he sold it to General Electric.

Woods was an American inventor who held more than 50 patents in the United States. He was the first African American mechanical and electrical engineer after the Civil War. Self-taught, he concentrated most of his work on trains and streetcars.

In 1884, Woods received his first patent, for a steam boiler furnace, and in 1885, Woods patented an apparatus that was a combination of a telephone and a telegraph. The device, which he called "telegraphony", would allow a telegraph station to send voice and telegraph messages through Morse code over a single wire. He sold the rights to this device to the American Bell Telephone Company.

In 1887, he patented the Synchronous Multiplex Railway Telegraph, which allowed communications between train stations from moving trains by creating a magnetic field around a coiled wire under the train. Woods caught smallpox prior to patenting the technology, and Lucius Phelps patented it in 1884. In 1887, Woods used notes, sketches, and a working model of the invention to secure the patent. The invention was so successful that Woods began the Woods Electric Company in Cincinnati, Ohio, to market and sell his patents. However, the company quickly became devoted to invention creation until it was dissolved in 1893.

Woods often had difficulties in enjoying his success as other inventors made claims to his devices. Thomas Edison later filed a claim to the ownership of this patent, stating that he had first created a similar telegraph and that he was entitled to the patent for the device. Woods was twice successful in defending himself, proving that there were no other devices upon which he could have depended or relied upon to make his device. After Thomas Edison's second defeat, he decided to offer Granville Woods a position with the Edison Company, but Woods declined.

In 1888, Woods manufactured a system of overhead electric conducting lines for railroads modeled after the system pioneered by Charles van Depoele, a famed inventor who had by then installed his electric railway system in thirteen United States cities.

Following the Great Blizzard of 1888, New York City Mayor Hugh J. Grant declared that all wires, many of which powered the above-ground rail system, had to be removed and buried, emphasizing the need for an underground system. Woods's patent built upon previous third rail systems, which were used for light rails, and increased the power for use on underground trains. His system relied on wire brushes to make connections with metallic terminal heads without exposing wires by installing electrical contactor rails. Once the train car had passed over, the wires were no longer live, reducing the risk of injury. It was successfully tested in February 1892 in Coney Island on the Figure Eight Roller Coaster.

In 1896, Woods created a system for controlling electrical lights in theaters, known as the "safety dimmer", which was economical, safe, and efficient, saving 40% of electricity use.

Woods is also sometimes credited with the invention of the air brake for trains in 1904; however, George Westinghouse patented the air brake almost 40 years prior, making Woods's contribution an improvement to the invention.

Woods died of a cerebral hemorrhage at Harlem Hospital in New York City on January 30, 1910, having sold a number of his devices to such companies as Westinghouse, General Electric, and American Engineering. Until 1975, his resting place was an unmarked grave, but historian M.A. Harris helped raise funds, persuading several of the corporations that used Woods's inventions to donate money to purchase a headstone. It was erected at St. Michael's Cemetery in Elmhurst, Queens.

LEGACY

▪Baltimore City Community College established the Granville T. Woods scholarship in memory of the inventor.

▪In 2004, the New York City Transit Authority organized an exhibition on Woods that utilized bus and train depots and an issue of four million MetroCards commemorating the inventor's achievements in pioneering the third rail.

▪In 2006, Woods was inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame.

▪In April 2008, the corner of Stillwell and Mermaid Avenues in Coney Island was named Granville T. Woods Way.

[kcg69]

The SS Edmund Fitzgerald was a Great Lakes freighter built by Great Lakes Engineering Works of Ecorse, Michigan, and launched on June 7, 1958. Here are the detailed specifications and description of the ship:

length overall: 729 feet

length between perpendiculars: 711 feet

breadth molded: 75 feet

depth molded to spar deck amidship: 39 feet

draft (designed summer draft): 26 feet, 6.5 inches

gross tonnage: 13,632 tons

deadweight capacity: 25,891 gross tons

service speed: 16 mph

power: 7,500 shaft horsepower

engine manufacturer: Westinghouse Electric Corporation

registry number: US 277437

hull number: 301

The Edmund Fitzgerald was designed to carry taconite iron ore pellets from mines near Duluth, Minnesota, to steel mills in the Great Lakes region. The ship was noted for its luxurious interior, including deep pile carpeting, tiled bathrooms, leather swivel chairs in the guest lounge, and two guest staterooms for passengers. It featured advanced nautical equipment for its time, including a large galley and a fully stocked pantry.

On November 10, 1975, the ship sank in a severe storm on Lake Superior, approximately 17 miles north-northwest of Whitefish Point, Michigan. All 29 crew members perished, and the exact cause of the sinking remains unknown, though it is speculated that the ship may have suffered from structural failure, topside damage, or grounding on a shoal.

The wreck was located in deep water, split into two large pieces. The sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald led to changes in Great Lakes shipping regulations, including mandatory survival suits, depth finders, positioning systems, increased freeboard, and more frequent inspections of vessels.

[floridaboiler]

The SS Edmund Fitzgerald was a Great Lakes freighter built by Great Lakes Engineering Works of Ecorse, Michigan, and launched on June 7, 1958. Here are the detailed specifications and description of the ship: length overall: 729 feet length between perpendiculars: 711 feet breadth molded: 75 feet depth molded to spar deck amidship: 39 feet draft (designed summer draft): 26 feet, 6.5 inches gross tonnage: 13,632 tons deadweight capacity: 25,891 gross tons service speed: 16 mph power: 7,500 shaft horsepower engine manufacturer: Westinghouse Electric Corporation registry number: US 277437 hull number: 301 The Edmund Fitzgerald was designed to carry taconite iron ore pellets from mines near Duluth, Minnesota, to steel mills in the Great Lakes region. The ship was noted for its luxurious interior, including deep pile carpeting, tiled bathrooms, leather swivel chairs in the guest lounge, and two guest staterooms for passengers. It featured advanced nautical equipment for its time, including a large galley and a fully stocked pantry. On November 10, 1975, the ship sank in a severe storm on Lake Superior, approximately 17 miles north-northwest of Whitefish Point, Michigan. All 29 crew members perished, and the exact cause of the sinking remains unknown, though it is speculated that the ship may have suffered from structural failure, topside damage, or grounding on a shoal. The wreck was located in deep water, split into two large pieces. The sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald led to changes in Great Lakes shipping regulations, including mandatory survival suits, depth finders, positioning systems, increased freeboard, and more frequent inspections of vessels.

[starqueen87]

THE WORLD'S FIRST ELECTRIC ROLLER COASTER

Granville T. Woods (April 23, 1856 – January 30, 1910) introduced the “Figure Eight,” the world's first electric roller coaster, in 1892 at Coney Island Amusement Park in New York. Woods patented the invention in 1893, and in 1901, he sold it to General Electric.

Woods was an American inventor who held more than 50 patents in the United States. He was the first African American mechanical and electrical engineer after the Civil War. Self-taught, he concentrated most of his work on trains and streetcars.

In 1884, Woods received his first patent, for a steam boiler furnace, and in 1885, Woods patented an apparatus that was a combination of a telephone and a telegraph. The device, which he called "telegraphony", would allow a telegraph station to send voice and telegraph messages through Morse code over a single wire. He sold the rights to this device to the American Bell Telephone Company.

In 1887, he patented the Synchronous Multiplex Railway Telegraph, which allowed communications between train stations from moving trains by creating a magnetic field around a coiled wire under the train. Woods caught smallpox prior to patenting the technology, and Lucius Phelps patented it in 1884. In 1887, Woods used notes, sketches, and a working model of the invention to secure the patent. The invention was so successful that Woods began the Woods Electric Company in Cincinnati, Ohio, to market and sell his patents. However, the company quickly became devoted to invention creation until it was dissolved in 1893.

Woods often had difficulties in enjoying his success as other inventors made claims to his devices. Thomas Edison later filed a claim to the ownership of this patent, stating that he had first created a similar telegraph and that he was entitled to the patent for the device. Woods was twice successful in defending himself, proving that there were no other devices upon which he could have depended or relied upon to make his device. After Thomas Edison's second defeat, he decided to offer Granville Woods a position with the Edison Company, but Woods declined.

In 1888, Woods manufactured a system of overhead electric conducting lines for railroads modeled after the system pioneered by Charles van Depoele, a famed inventor who had by then installed his electric railway system in thirteen United States cities.

Following the Great Blizzard of 1888, New York City Mayor Hugh J. Grant declared that all wires, many of which powered the above-ground rail system, had to be removed and buried, emphasizing the need for an underground system. Woods's patent built upon previous third rail systems, which were used for light rails, and increased the power for use on underground trains. His system relied on wire brushes to make connections with metallic terminal heads without exposing wires by installing electrical contactor rails. Once the train car had passed over, the wires were no longer live, reducing the risk of injury. It was successfully tested in February 1892 in Coney Island on the Figure Eight Roller Coaster.

In 1896, Woods created a system for controlling electrical lights in theaters, known as the "safety dimmer", which was economical, safe, and efficient, saving 40% of electricity use.

Woods is also sometimes credited with the invention of the air brake for trains in 1904; however, George Westinghouse patented the air brake almost 40 years prior, making Woods's contribution an improvement to the invention.

Woods died of a cerebral hemorrhage at Harlem Hospital in New York City on January 30, 1910, having sold a number of his devices to such companies as Westinghouse, General Electric, and American Engineering. Until 1975, his resting place was an unmarked grave, but historian M.A. Harris helped raise funds, persuading several of the corporations that used Woods's inventions to donate money to purchase a headstone. It was erected at St. Michael's Cemetery in Elmhurst, Queens.

LEGACY

▪Baltimore City Community College established the Granville T. Woods scholarship in memory of the inventor.

▪In 2004, the New York City Transit Authority organized an exhibition on Woods that utilized bus and train depots and an issue of four million MetroCards commemorating the inventor's achievements in pioneering the third rail.

▪In 2006, Woods was inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame.

▪In April 2008, the corner of Stillwell and Mermaid Avenues in Coney Island was named Granville T. Woods Way.

[notasfilosoficas]

"Todos somos uno. Solo los egos, creencias y miedos nos separan"

Nikola Tesla

Fue un inventor, ingeniero eléctrico, ingeniero mecánico y físico estadounidense de origen serbocroata, nacido en julio de 1856 en el pueblo de Smiljan en la actual Croacia.

Su padre fue un sacerdote de la iglesia ortodoxa serbia y su madre ama de casa.

Aunque algunas fuentes afirman que se licenció en la universidad de Graz, la universidad afirma que no recibió ningún título y que no terminó la carrera abandonando esta al segundo semestre del tercer año.

Tesla leía y memorizaba libros completos, ya que supuestamente poseía una memoria fotográfica, así como visualizaba una invención en su cerebro con precisión extrema incluyendo sus dimensiones antes de iniciar la etapa de construcción, técnica conocida como pensamiento visual.

Se le conoce fundamentalmente por sus numerosas invenciones en el campo del electromagnetismo. Las patentes de Tesla y su trabajo teórico, ayudaron a forjar las bases de los sistemas modernos para el uso de energía eléctrica por corriente alterna.

Su carácter y su enfrentamiento con Edison, así como el halo de misterio que lo rodea hicieron que Tesla se convirtiera en un científico muy popular a partir de la época de los 90.

Tesla se trasladó a París Francia para trabajar como ingeniero en la Continental Edison Company una de las compañías de Thomas Alva Edison, diseñando mejoras para el equipo eléctrico, y en 1884 viajó a Nueva York en los Estados Unidos con una recomendación de un antiguo empleador de Edison que decía, “Conozco a dos grandes hombres, usted es uno de ellos, el otro es este joven”.

La carrera de Tesla progresó rápidamente, diseñando completamente generadores de corriente continua y con un ofrecimiento importante para mejorar dichos generadores renunció al cargo cuando le fue negado un aumento de salario a 25 dólares semanales.

En 1886 Tesla funda su propia compañía y posteriormente comenzó a trabajar con George Westinghouse en la Westinghouse Electric & Manufacturing Company, misma que posteriormente debido a problemas financieros tuvo que abandonar tras el pago de una patente a Tesla como parte de un acuerdo de intercambio de patentes firmado con General Electric una compañía fusionada entre Edison y Thomposon-Houston en 1892.

Tras el pago de su patente, Tesla se hizo económicamente independiente y durante los siguientes 12 años trabajo en una serie de talleres en Manhattan y luego en Colorado Springs.

Realizó trabajos sobre resonancia magnética, experimentos con rayos X, radio control remoto y transmisión de energía eléctrica sin cables, gastando una fortuna y gran parte de su tiempo en este ultimo proyecto. Otra buena parte de la etapa final de su vida la vivió absorto en el proceso judicial que entablo en lo relativo a la invención del radio que disputaba con Guillermo Marconi inventor italiano, pues Tesla había inventado un dispositivo similar 15 años antes que Marconi. No fue sino hasta 1960, que se reconoció que la patente relativa a la radio era legítimamente propiedad de Tesla, aunque popularmente aun se le considera a Marconi como su inventor.

Tesla muere a la edad de 86 años en enero de 1943, solo y en la ruina económica, viviendo en hoteles sumando cuentas impagables, desde 1934 la Westinghouse Electric & Manufacturing Company comenzó a pagarle 125 dólares mensuales ademas de abonar su alquiler por el resto de su vida, algunos dicen para cuidar la imagen de la compañía y evitar la mala publicidad, dadas las condiciones empobrecidas bajo las cuales vivía su ex inventor estrella.

Fuente: Wikipedia

[harvestsims]

Effie didn't see much of Harrison after they moved into the new house, as he'd finally gotten hired as a mechanical engineer at the Westinghouse Electric & Manufacturing Company. Harrison spent a lot of time at the workshop, but the two ate every meal together, and slept closely every night.

Effie wanted to cook and clean herself, as she was a farm girl for God's sake! But Harrison insisted that they hire a housekeeper– with Effie having a child on the way, she wouldn't be able to finish every household task herself. Furiously, Effie conceded.

Having moved to Windenburg from France as a teenager, Germaine De Raisin had many odd jobs in the city throughout her life. But as an older adult, she wanted something stable– and lo and behold! An advertisement in the paper: a young, expecting couple searching for a housekeeper. Germaine accepted the job, despite hating children.... luckily there wouldn't be any for at least eight months.

Germaine had a small room on the first floor, with a white cast-iron bed. She woke up at four o'clock in the morning to scrub the sink and toilet (the house had running water!), cook, do laundry in the tub outside, and hang it up to dry.

[wildmonkeysects]

War Profiteers

Remember President Dwight “Ike” Eisenhower, who after green-lighting the overthrow of Iran’s democracy in 1953 at the behest of petrochemical corporations, had a change of heart and warned about the Military Industrial Complex? Here are the top 100 USA Military Industrial Complex “defense” contractors, all corporate welfare queens mooching off the public, who have blood on their hands in Palestine and elsewhere:

Academi

Action Target

ADT Corporation

Advanced Armament Corporation

AECOM

Aerospace Corporation

Aerovironment

AirScan

AM General

American Petroleum Institute

Argon ST

ARINC

Artis

Assett

Astronautics Corporation of America

Atec

Aurora Flight Sciences

Axon Enterprise

United Kingdom BAE Systems

BAE Systems Inc

Ball Corporation

Ball Aerospace & Technologies

Barrett Firearms Manufacturing

Battelle Memorial Institute

Bechtel

Berico Technologies

Boeing Defense, Space & Security

Booz Allen Hamilton

Boston Dynamics

Bravo Strategic

CACI

Carlyle Group

Carnegie Mellon University

Ceradyne

Cloudera

Colt Defense

The Columbia Group

Computer Sciences Corporation

Concurrent Technologies Corporation

CSRA (IT services company)

Cubic Corporation

Omega Training Group

Curtiss-Wright

DeciBel Research

Dillon Aero

Dine Development Corporation

Draper Laboratories

DRS Technologies

DynCorp

Edison Welding Institute

[Israei]l Elbit Systems

M7 Aerospace

Ensco

United Kingdom/Military contractor Ernst & Young

Evergreen International Aviation

Exxon

Fluor Corporation

Force Protection Inc

Foster-Miller

Foster Wheeler

Franklin Armoury

General Atomics

General Dynamics

Bath Iron Works

General Dynamics Electric Boat

Gulfstream

Vangent

General Electric Military Jet Engines Division

Halliburton Corporation

Health Net

Hewlett-Packard

Honeywell

Humana Inc.

Huntington Ingalls Industries

Hybricon Corporation

IBM

Insight Technology

Intelsat

International Resources Group

iRobot

ITT Exelis

Jacobs Engineering Group

JANUS Research Group

Johns Hopkins University

Kaman Aircraft

KBR

Kearfott Corporation

Knight's Armament Company

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions

L3Harris Technologies

Aerojet

Brashear

[France] Lafayette Praetorian Group

Lake Shore Systems

Leidos

EOTech

Lewis Machine & Tool Company

Lockheed Martin

Gyrocam Systems

Sikorsky

LRAD Corporation

ManTech International

Maxar Technologies

McQ

Microsoft

Mission Essential Personnel

Motorola

Natel Electronic Manufacturing Services

Navistar Defense

Nextel

Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman Electronic Systems

Northrop Grumman Ship Systems

Northrop Grumman Technical Services

Northrop Grumman Innovation Systems

NOVA

Oceaneering International

Olin Corporation; also see John M. Olin and John M. Olin Foundation

Oshkosh Corporation

Para-Ordnance

Perot Systems

Picatinny Arsenal

Pinnacle Armor

Precision Castparts Corporation

Raytheon Technologies

Collins Aerospace

Rockwell Collins

Goodrich Corporation

Pratt & Whitney

Raytheon Intelligence & Space

Raytheon Missiles & Defense

Raytheon BBN

Remington Arms

Rock Island Arsenal

Roundhill Group

Ruger

Saab Sensis

Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC)

SGIS

Sierra Nevada Corporation

Smith & Wesson

Smith Enterprise (SEI)

SPRATA

Springfield Armory

SRC Inc

SRI International

Stanley

Stewart & Stevenson

Swift Engineering

Tactical Air Support

Teledyne

Teledyne FLIR

Textron

AAI Corporation

Bell Helicopter Textron

Trijicon

TriWest Healthcare Alliance

Unisys

U.S. Ordnance

Verizon Communications

Vinnell Corporation

Westinghouse Electric Corporation

[levysoft]

Il nostro tempo è ricco di menti creative, le cui invenzioni potrebbero facilitare notevolmente la nostra vita. Attraversiamo i mari con la forza e utilizziamo la forza anche per sollevare l'umanità da ogni faticoso lavoro muscolare. Abbiamo imparato a volare e siamo in grado di inviare messaggi e notizie senza alcuna difficoltà in tutto il mondo attraverso le onde elettriche. Tuttavia, la produzione e la distribuzione delle merci è del tutto disorganizzata, per cui tutti devono vivere nella paura di essere eliminati dal ciclo economico, soffrendo così per la mancanza di tutto. Inoltre, persone che vivono in paesi diversi si uccidono a vicenda a intervalli di tempo irregolari, sicché anche per questo chi pensa al futuro deve vivere nella paura e nel terrore. Ciò è dovuto al fatto che l’intelligenza e il carattere delle masse sono incomparabilmente inferiori all’intelligenza e al carattere dei pochi che producono qualcosa di prezioso per la comunità. Confido che i posteri leggeranno queste dichiarazioni con un sentimento di orgogliosa e giustificata superiorità.

Nel 1939, mentre preparava una capsula del tempo, la Westinghouse Electric & Manufacturing Company chiese ad Albert Einstein di comporre un messaggio per la gente del 6939 d.C. Il messaggio è stato registrato su microfilm e si trova a 50 piedi sotto il Flushing Meadows-Corona Park a New York City. ( "Libro di registrazione della capsula del tempo di Cupaloy", 1939.) via https://www.futilitycloset.com/2023/11/10/comment-8/

[vollesroah]

Tesla was a brilliant inventor. As were many of his contemporaries in Europe and the U.S that Musk has probably never heard of.

Tesla didn't lead America to dominance in electricity generation. America never dominated electricity generation except in its home market. Tesla's big disruption was within in the u.s. Together with Westinghouse he used an exhibition to promote the use of a.c. generation and supply away from Edison's existing d.c. business model.

However, England was already manufacturing and delivering a.c. and d.c. as were other european countries.

If Musk was an engineer, he would know more and spout less.

He might even ask the question *why* a.c. was considered better ?

I really have to give him one point though... America is the leader in the "USAGE" of electricity - i.e. consumption. Well done America.

[rohitpalan]

Connected TV’s Market projected to reach USD 16.2 Billion by 2032 with 13.7% CAGR

The market for connected TVs is anticipated to grow to USD 12.6 billion in 2022 and USD 16.2 billion in 2032. From 2022 to 2032, it is projected to increase at a CAGR of 13.7%. As more well-established and up-and-coming companies introduce TV sets with 8K and 4K resolutions, the demand for connected TVs is anticipated to rise soon.

Globally, the television industry is undergoing significant change. Over the past several years, connected TVs have become more and more popular worldwide. It is an internet-connected television set. With the use of a remote control, connected TVs give users access to all types of non-linear online content.

Due to effectiveness and efficiency, connected TVs have gained various features and have become affordable. With the technology change, these TVs are becoming as suitable as personal computers when it comes to web browsing as well as internet and video browsing.

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Apart from this, connected TVs support Ethernet, USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and flash memory cards from digital cameras and HDMI and other video-audio connections. The global connected TV market shipments and revenue have showcased substantial growth in 2014 and are projected to escalate at a rapid pace during the period 2015–2025.

Global Connected TV’s: Market Segmentation: The Global connected TV market is segmented based on applications such as internet access, entertainment, and for the purpose of education. Besides this, the global connected TV market is also divided based on capabilities which include internet surfing, live videos, TV broadcasting, program recording, video on demand, and others. It has been observed that one of the major trends arriving in the global connected TV market is the rising acceptance of connected TVs in advertising which aids advertisers in flourishing their customer base. Thus with the advent of connected TV advertisers can grasp the attention of viewers by placing striking advertisements such as multi-screen advertisements.

Global Connected TV Market: Growth Drivers: Higher spending on electronic items by consumers is one of the major growth drivers of the global connected TV market which is anticipated to bolster the market till 2025. The rising number of technologically developed devices accessible in the market is anticipated to foster the demand for devices that provide multi-functional capabilities to customers and are likely to enhance the adoption of connected TVs. The huge investments in the advancement in technology by the manufacturers as well as the rising significance of the internet in day-to-day activities will fortify the global connected TV market during the forecast period.

Global Connected TVs Market: Regional Outlook: Geographically, the Global Connected TV market can be divided into major regions which include North America, Latin America, Western and Eastern Europe, Asia-Pacific region, Japan, the Middle East, and Africa. Due to the maturity of the market and a large number of technology-savvy people, North America and Europe captured a significant share of the global connected TV market in 2014. Gradually connected TVs are gaining popularity in the Asia region with the rising awareness and change in preferences of Asian consumers. In the next 10 years till 2025, the Asian region will capture the major share in the global connected TV market.

Leading Key Players: Koninklijke Philips NV, Apple Inc., Insignia Systems Inc., Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., Haier Group Corporation, Panasonic Corporation, Hisense Group Co. Ltd., Westinghouse Electric Corporation, VIZIO Inc., TCL Corporation, Hitachi Ltd.Sony Corporation, LG Electronics Inc.

[thehistoryofsciencefiction]

Book Review: Kipling's Science Fiction: Stories by Rudyard Kipling.

In October 1992, Tor (Tom Doherty Associates) published John Brunner presents Kipling's Science Fiction: Stories by Rudyard Kipling. There are ten stories inside, and none of their titles would register with the average reader in the way that 2000 Leagues Under the Sea or The Time Machine or even The Unparalleled Adventure of One Hans Pfaall would.

Nevertheless, the editors at Tor - and acclaimed novelist John Brunner - thought there was enough material to make a collection of a neglected side of Kipling's literary career, alongside The Jungle Book, Just So Stories and The Man Who Would Be King.

There is, however, one title that stands out in the table of contents, but not because of Science Fiction; the title is .007. No, it's not a James Bond story, although in an infinite multiverse, it would be fun to imagine Kipling borrowing H. G. Wells' time machine to compare notes with Ian Fleming. No, the .007 of the title deals with an American-class steam locomotive, with a four-wheeled truck at the front, four driving wheels, and no second truck under the cab. .007 and other locomotives, such as Jersey Suburban and Flying Freight, are anthropomorphic machines who can think, reason, and talk with each other (in Kipling's idea of American dialects). There is no attempt to give an early AI explanation; they are simply trains who speak, like a Steampunk version of Thomas the Tank Engine. .007 was first published in The Day’s Work, 1898.

Leading on from intelligent steam trains, we encounter intelligent steam ships in The Ship That Found Herself (also from The Day's Work, 1898). On board the Dimbula, the different parts of the ship have distinct personalities, and mainly pass the time by bickering with each other. When a storm arises in the North Atlantic, they are all forced to put aside their complaints and petty rivalries and work together, if the ship is to ever reach harbor in New York.

"Wireless" and With the Night Mail are possibly the two most well-known stories here, as they have appeared in other anthologies of early Science Fiction. "Wireless" was published in 1904 in Traffics and Discoveries, and it neatly predicted the invention of wireless radio, at a time when there was only wireless telegraphy and Morse code (the first transmission of voices by radio was in November 1920, by the Westinghouse Electric and Manufacturing Company in Pittsburgh). Among the Hard Science description of the technology involved, the two main characters, Shaynor and Cashell, find themselves the recipients of wireless telegraphy messages that seem somehow inhuman - eerily foreshadowing H. P Lovecraft and his followers, who would blend early 20th century science with Cosmic Horror.

With the Night Mail was published in Actions and Reactions in 1909, and the subtitle is A Story of 2000AD. What kind of 2000AD did Kipling predict? It's a world criss-crossed by commercial and passenger aeroplanes manned by dashing pilots in the spirit of W.E. Johns' Biggles, while the oceans beneath them are awash with huge cargo ships.

The story As Easy as A.B.C (published 1917 in A Diversity of Creatures) is set in the year 2150, and the acronym stands for Aerial Board of Control. It foresaw massive road-surfacing machines similar to those seen in the 1960s Thunderbirds TV series, along with remote-controlled farm machinery, an invisible force field Kipling calls a "ground circuit", and illuminated maps that show the routes of ships at sea.

Also included in A Diversity of Creatures is In the Same Boat, which foreshadows the public awareness of shell-shock suffered by World War I veterans. In the story, a man named Conroy is being treated for horrific, recurring nightmares. He seeks solace in experimental drugs and the company of the mysterious Miss Henschil … but gets much more than he bargained for.

The Eye of Allah, from Debits and Credits (1926), is an early work of alternative history. It begins in the mid-13th Century, in the fictional monastery of St. Illod's, and compresses a complex and atmospheric tale into a few pages, worthy of The Name of the Rose or A Canticle for Leibowitz.

A Matter of Fact appeared in Many Inventions, 1892. Three journalists aboard a tramp steamer are caught in a tidal wave caused by a volcanic eruption (perhaps inspired by Krakatoa?) and run into a sea serpent, or possibly a dinosaur revived by the volcano. In mood and plot, it spookily foresees The Fog Horn by Ray Bradbury.

The last story in the book is Unprofessional, taken from Limits and Renewals, 1932. A team of medical researchers test their experimental surgery on a woman with a terminal illness, with disastrous results. It's followed by a short poem, The Fairies' Siege, which Brunner (the editor) admits he included for aesthetic reasons, rather than its connection to Science Fiction.

This book is a fascinating, educational, and thought-provoking collection, and to close the review I'll quote Brunner from the preface to The Ship That Found Herself, discussing Kipling (RK).

"It was one of R.K.'s gifts that he sensed the counterpart of magic in machinery. He became, in a sense, a poet of the machine age."

The first volume of “Age of Steam”, exploring the roots of the modern Science Fiction phenomenon and containing the full text of the landmark books, is now available here!

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The global Nuclear Decommissioning Market was valued at USD 5.8 Billion in 2024 and it is estimated to garner USD 8.1 Billion by 2032 with a registered CAGR of 4.9% during the forecast period 2024 to 2032.

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The global Nuclear Decommissioning Market can be segmented on the basis of product type, Applications, distribution channel, market value, volume, and region [North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, Middle East, and Africa]. The Nuclear Decommissioning Industry 2024 report provides a comprehensive overview of critical elements of the industry including drivers, restraints, and management scenarios.

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Top Players

Westinghouse Electric Corporation (U.S.), Babcock International Group (UK), GE Hitachi Nuclear Energy (U.S.), Jacobs (U.S.), Manafort Brothers Inc. (U.S.)

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A comprehensive assessment of the parent Industry

Development of key aspects of the business

A study of industry-wide market segments

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This report provides sales, revenue growth rate, and verified information about the major players. Also includes a regional analysis and a labor cost analysis, tables, and figures. It also highlights characteristics such as technological growth. The product type segment is expected to continue to maintain its leading position in the future and capture a significant market share based on sales. This report provides analysis, discussion, forecast, and debate on key industry trends, market share estimates, Industry size, and other information. This report also discusses drivers, risks, and opportunities.

Global Nuclear Decommissioning Market report contains detailed data and analysis on the Nuclear Decommissioning Market drivers, restraints, and opportunities. Experts with market and industry knowledge as well as research experience from regional experts validate the report. The Nuclear Decommissioning Market report provides forecast, historical and current revenue for each industry, region, and end-user segment.

Regions Included

-North America [United States, Canada, Mexico]

-South America [Brazil, Argentina, Columbia, Chile, Peru]

-Europe [Germany, UK, France, Italy, Russia, Spain, Netherlands, Turkey, Switzerland]

-Middle East & Africa [GCC, North Africa, South Africa]

-Asia-Pacific [China, Southeast Asia, India, Japan, Korea, Western Asia]

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Ceiling Fan Market Research Insights: Informing Business Decisions and Strategies

Ceiling Fan Market Research Insights: Informing Business Decisions and Strategies

Market Overview

According to Straits Research, the global Ceiling Fan market size was valued at USD 11.8 Billion in 2022. It is projected to reach from USD XX Billion in 2023 to USD 12.4 Billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 4.7% during the forecast period (2023–2031).

The Ceiling Fan market, an evolving segment in the industry, is witnessing substantial expansion fueled by avant-garde technologies and escalating consumer demand. Market analysts scrupulously gather data through polls, focus groups, and in-depth scrutiny of industry patterns. These analysts utilize both quantitative and qualitative methodologies to ensure a comprehensive and precise market report. The report encompasses intricate insights on market size, growth prospects, competitive milieu, and consumer predilections. By harnessing advanced analytical instruments and expert acumen, the report delivers invaluable recommendations and strategic guidance for stakeholders, empowering them to make enlightened decisions and seize emerging prospects within the Ceiling Fan market.

Competitive Players

The competitive landscape of the Ceiling Fan market includes several key players who have a significant impact on market dynamics. Major companies operating in this market include:

Emerson Electric Co.

Hunter Fan Company

Crompton Greaves

Consumer Electricals Limited

Shell Electric Holdings Limited

Broan-NuTone

Ajanta Electricals

Orient Electric

Fantasia Ceiling Fans

Westinghouse Electric Corporation

Minka Lighting Inc.

Panasonic Life Solutions India Pvt. Ltd.

Casablanca fan experts

Craftmade

Fanimation

Kichler Lighting LLC

Usha International Ltd.

Mountain Air

King of Fans

GRANSO Co. Ltd.

The Henley Fan Company Ltd.

Guangdong Zhaoqing Deton Co. Ltd.

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Ceiling Fan Market Segmentation

The comprehensive Ceiling Fan market analysis has been divided into categories such as category, application, and delivery mode, with each subset examined according to geographical segmentation. This research will keep marketers updated and assist in pinpointing target demographics for a product or service, including insights into market share.

By Type

Standard Fans

Decorative Fans

High-Speed Fans

Remote Control

AC Ceiling Fans

DC Ceiling Fans

Others

By Size

Small

Medium

Large

By Distribution Channel

Online

Offline

By End-User

Residential

Commercial

Industrial

Regional Analysis

Asia-Pacific:The Ceiling Fan market is predominantly led by the Asia-Pacific region, which holds the largest share and has established itself as the market leader due to its robust infrastructure, high demand, and mature industry presence.

Middle East: The Middle East region is the fastest-growing area within the Ceiling Fan market, exhibiting rapid growth rates driven by emerging market opportunities, increasing consumer demand, and expanding infrastructure.

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Key Highlights

The purpose of this study is to examine the manufacturers of Ceiling Fan, including profiles, primary business activities, news, sales and price, revenue, and market share.

The study provides an overview of the competitive landscape among leading manufacturers worldwide, including sales, revenue, and market share of Ceiling Fan percent.

It illustrates the market subdivided by type and application, with details on sales, price, revenue, market share, and growth rate broken down by type and application.

The research covers key regions by manufacturers, categories, and applications, including North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and South America, with sales, revenue, and market share segmented by manufacturers, types, and applications.

It also investigates production costs, essential raw materials, and production methods.

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Microreactors Market: Innovations Transforming Chemical Processing

 Introduction to Microreactors market

The microreactors market is gaining significant traction due to their efficiency in handling chemical reactions on a microscale, leading to faster reaction times, improved yields, and better safety. These compact systems enable continuous flow chemistry, enhancing scalability and cost-efficiency. Industries such as pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and energy are increasingly adopting microreactors to streamline production. The global demand is fueled by the need for sustainable manufacturing processes and advancements in microfluidics and nanotechnology. However, market growth faces challenges like high R&D costs and technological integration barriers.

The Microreactors Market is Valued USD 0.34 billion in 2024  and projected to reach USD 1.6 billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 19.00% During the Forecast period of 2024-2032. These compact, highly efficient reactors enable faster, safer, and more controllable chemical reactions compared to conventional reactors. Growing demand across industries such as pharmaceuticals, petrochemicals, and fine chemicals, coupled with rising interest in sustainable and continuous manufacturing, drives the expansion of the market. Continuous flow systems, portability, and enhanced scalability make microreactors an attractive solution in high-tech sectors.

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Major Classifications are as follows:

By Types

Pressurized Water Reactors (PWRs)

Boiling Water Reactors (BWRs)

High-Temperature Gas[1]Cooled Reactors (HTGRs)

Molten Salt Reactors (MSRs)

Fast Neutron Reactors (FNRs)

Other

By Fuel Types

Low-Enriched Uranium (LEU)

High-Assay Low Enriched Uranium (HALEU)

Thorium

Other

By Application

Remote Power Generation

Industrial Process Heat

Space Exploration

District Heating

Others

By End Users

Government and Military

Utilities and Energy Companies

Industrial and Manufacturing

Space Agencies

Key Region/Countries are Classified as Follows:

◘ North America (United States, Canada,) ◘ Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, Argentina,) ◘ Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, Korea, India, and Southeast Asia) ◘ Europe (UK,Germany,France,Italy,Spain,Russia,) ◘ The Middle East and Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, Nigeria, and South

Key Players of Microreactors market

Elysium Industries, X-energy, TerraPower, HolosGen, Ultra Safe Nuclear Corporation (USNC), Nuscale Power, INL - Idaho National Laboratory, Moltex Energy, Westinghouse Electric Company, Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL), Starfire Energy, Seaborg Technologies, ThorCon Power, LeadCold, Kairos Power and Others.

Market Drivers in the Microreactors Market:

Efficiency in Chemical Processes: Microreactors offer superior control over reaction conditions, enhancing yield and minimizing waste.

Sustainability: The reduction in energy and resource usage makes them ideal for companies focused on green chemistry.

Pharmaceutical Growth: Increased demand for precision in pharmaceutical synthesis drives the need for advanced microreactor systems.

Market Challenges in the Microreactors Market:

High Initial Costs: The development and integration of microreactor systems can be costly for small- and medium-sized enterprises.

Limited Awareness: Many industries are unfamiliar with the benefits of microreactor technology, limiting widespread adoption.

Regulatory Issues: Complex regulatory environments in different regions can slow down market penetration.

Market Opportunities of Microreactors Market:

Pharmaceutical Industry: The growing demand for personalized medicine and batch production presents significant opportunities.

Sustainable Manufacturing: Companies looking to reduce their environmental footprint can benefit from the efficiency of microreactors.

Renewable Energy: Microreactors offer potential in biofuel and renewable energy production, contributing to the global shift towards clean energy.

Conclusion:

The microreactors market is poised for significant growth as industries seek to optimize chemical processes through efficiency, scalability, and sustainability. While there are challenges related to cost, integration, and scalability, the opportunities offered by microreactors in enhancing precision and reducing environmental impact are vast. As technology continues to evolve, the microreactors market will play a crucial role in transforming industries like pharmaceuticals, petrochemicals, and beyond, pushing them toward greener and more efficient production methods.

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Gensol Engineering and Matrix Gas & Renewables Consortium Secure Landmark Project for India’s First Biomass-to-Green Hydrogen Plant

On September 2, 2024, a significant announcement was made that marks a pivotal moment in India's renewable energy landscape. Gensol Engineering Limited, a prominent player in the solar engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) sector, in collaboration with Matrix Gas & Renewables Ltd., a fast-growing entity in the green hydrogen infrastructure domain, has emerged as the lowest bidder for the EPC contract to develop India’s first Biomass-to-Green Hydrogen project. This groundbreaking project, valued at an impressive INR 164 crore, will be a cornerstone in India's ongoing journey towards sustainable energy, aligning closely with the National Green Hydrogen Mission.

The consortium's achievement is noteworthy not only for its financial significance but also for the technological innovation it represents. The project will convert 25 tons of bio-waste into one ton of hydrogen per day, a monumental leap forward in the country’s quest for clean energy solutions. The successful completion of this project, which is expected within 18 months, will set a precedent for future initiatives in the green hydrogen sector.

Gensol Engineering Limited has strategically partnered with Westinghouse, USA, an industry leader with patented technology and a proven track record of commissioning multiple plants globally. This partnership is set to leverage Westinghouse's Pre-Gasification Plasma Induced Radiant Energy-Based Gasification System (GH2-PREGS) technology, which will be central to the establishment of a 25 Tons per Day (TPD) Bio-waste processing plant capable of producing 1 TPD of Green Hydrogen.

Anmol Singh Jaggi, the Chairman and Managing Director of Gensol Engineering Ltd., expressed his honor and excitement over the consortium’s success. He highlighted the consortium's commitment to innovation and excellence in the renewable energy sector, noting how this project aligns with India's broader energy transition goals. Jaggi emphasized that converting bio-waste into hydrogen not only addresses critical environmental challenges but also contributes significantly to the nation’s energy shift towards greener alternatives.

Chirag Kotecha, the Whole-time Director of Matrix Gas & Renewables Ltd., echoed these sentiments. He expressed pride in being at the forefront of India’s energy transition with such a landmark project. Kotecha pointed out that the success of this project would serve as a model for future initiatives, paving the way for a holistic Green Hydrogen (GH2) ecosystem in the country. The project signifies a bold step into the plasma waste-to-energy era, showcasing the potential for innovative solutions to redefine energy production in India.

Gensol and Matrix, both of which are promoted by common promoters, have a history of successful collaborations in the renewable energy sector. Their partnership in this venture is expected to further solidify their positions in the green hydrogen and its derivatives markets, including Green Steel and Green Ammonia. By combining their respective skill sets, Gensol and Matrix are well-positioned to lead the charge in these emerging sectors, bringing sustainable and innovative energy solutions to the forefront.

Gensol Engineering Limited, established in 2012, has built a formidable reputation in the renewable energy sector. The company specializes in solar power EPC services and electric mobility solutions, boasting a diverse team of over 500 professionals. Gensol’s Solar EPC division has successfully executed over 770 MW of solar projects across India, solidifying its position as one of the top EPC players in the country. In addition to solar, Gensol has expanded its portfolio to include electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing and leasing, making significant strides in revolutionizing India's EV landscape.

Moreover, Gensol's recent acquisition of Scorpius Trackers, a world-class solar tracking solution provider, and its venture into the production of electric vehicles with a facility in Chakan, Pune, further underscore the company’s commitment to innovation and sustainability. Gensol's efforts extend to Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), where the company is developing state-of-the-art energy storage solutions combined with advanced energy management systems.

With the upcoming Biomass-to-Green Hydrogen project, Gensol and Matrix are set to make a substantial impact on India's renewable energy market, driving the nation closer to its goal of achieving energy independence and sustainability through green technologies. The successful execution of this project will not only elevate the consortium’s standing in the industry but also serve as a beacon of progress in India's energy transition journey.