The technique of special effects in television (The Library of communication techniques)

This is a reference book aimed at anyone involved in the making of special effects, whether they are professionals or students of television production. The book covers: popping champagne corks; bullet and bomb effects; recent advances in Chroma key and electronic matting; overturning stunt vehicles in motion; "Animatronics" box frames; light projectors; and robot motion control for cameras. This revised edition also includes a new chapter on effects and props for TV commercials. Attention is given to rules of conduct and procedure for those engaged in dangerous sequences. The treatment gives descriptions of equipment, working principles and type of effect obtained.