Development studies
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Spinning
The basic principles of spinning are described by the text and line drawings, and are supplemented by descriptions of methods of testing spun yarn quality; different types of small-scale spinning machines; and how to plan (Published in the Small-scale Textiles series).
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Sustainable Industrial Development
Successful, established AT projects: forestry in Swaziland, Kenyan stoves, micro-hydro in Nepal, boats and cement plants in India, industries in Ghana and small grain production in Botswana and Zimbabwe. Can the benefits be sustained beyond the project?
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Solar Water Heating
Solar water heaters generally employ a solar collector and a storage tank and provide hot water for washing and heating.
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The Poor And The Powerless
Foreign interests have dominated the economic development of the Caribbean since the first arrival of Europeans in the region five centuries ago. From the plantation system and slavery to the exploitation of oil and bauxite by the multinational corporations, the history of the Caribbeau people is o...
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Work of a Co-operative Committee
By following the study instructions the reader will learn the responsibilities and duties involved in becoming a co-operative committee member. A useful introduction to financial, planning and administrative responsibilities.
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Windpumping Handbook
Sarah Lancashire, Jeff Kenna, Peter Fraenkel
Windpumping is an established technology, with over one million windpumps in use worldwide. A windpump needs no fuel, little maintenance and it usually lasts 20 years or more. Designs exist which are suitable for small-scale local .manufacture. The aim of this handbook is to help potential users and...
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Puncture Prevention Techniques
Describes techniques to reduce the incidence of punctures on low-cost, slow-speed vehicles used in rough terrain. The techniques are suitable for handcarts, wheelbarrows, bicycles, cycle trailers, animal drawn carts and motorized vehicles.
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Harvesting and Threshing
This manageable guide sets out to answer what harvesting and threshing equipment is available, what are the main characteristics of types of equipment and where can you go for more information and supply.
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Improved Wood Waste and Charcoal Burning Stoves
A manual for those involved in the day-to-day work of stoves projects. The book describes the chief characteristics, both advantages and disadvantages, of 28 types of stoves.
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Appropriate Technology Institutions
A directory of appropriate technology institutions