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Describes the formation of coal during the Carboniferous Period. Explains early to modern day methods of extracting this fossil fuel. Page includes both animated and still photos.
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index  A History of Durham Mining. Oakenshaw Pit 1930 Putter with Pony Winding Engine...
http://uk.geocities.com/durminingcoal/

Travel guide highlights engineering achievements throughout the United States.
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Welcome to A Sightseer's Guide to Engineering  Choose Aeronaut/AerospAutomotiveCeramicsChemicalCivil/EnvironmentalComputerElectrical/ElectronicsIndustrial/ManufactrMechanicalMiningNuclearOther Choose Amusement ParkBridgeBuildingCanalCog Train/TramwayControl CenterDamGondola/Ski LiftHighwayIndustrial FacilityMass TransitMineMiscellaneousMonumentMuseumPower PlantSports Facility 2001 NSPE A Sightseer's Guide to Engineering Disclaimer Contact Us...
http://www.engineeringsights.org

Describes the twenty greatest engineering achievements as determined by the National Academy of Engineering.
http://www.greatachievements.org/

Learn about fiber optics and optical networks. Includes an interactive quiz.
http://www.att.com/attlabs/technology/forfun/fiberoptics/

A resource for teachers and students learning about the history and circumstances of the atomic bomb and those involved.
http://intergate.cccoe.k12.ca.us/abomb/

Designed to provide an accessible introduction to engineering. Includes games, idea center, FAQ, downloads, links, and a section about the career of engineering.
http://www.discoverengineering.org/