Transfer of Power

1939

Overview

Geoffrey Bell’s Shell Film Unit short (produced by Arthur Elton) turns the history and physics of power transmission—from lever and pulley to the toothed gear—into a crisp lesson, blending live action with Francis Rodker’s animated diagrams to show how gearing underpins modern industry. Often cited as a model of clear scientific exposition.

Genres

Documentary

Production Countries

United Kingdom

Spoken Languages

English en

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Cast

Crew

Geoffrey Bell

Director

Arthur Elton

Producer

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