A conveyor system including Belt Conveyor System and Screw Conveyor System is a fast and efficient mechanical handling apparatus for automatically transporting loads and materials within an area. This system minimizes human error, lowers workplace risks…
A circuit breaker is an electrical safety device designed to protect an electrical circuit from damage caused by an overcurrent or short circuit. Its basic function is to interrupt current flow to protect equipment and to prevent the risk of fire. Unlike…
The commercial televisions you see when out in public may look similar to your residential TV back home, but there are some notable differences between the two display types. So, if you're looking to buy a display screen for your business, you're…
What are air compressors? Technically, air compressors are machines that convert one form of energy into another form, which can then be stored and used at a later point in time. But neither that brief explanation, nor the more detailed description below…
The Benefits and Application of Steel Pipes
Steel pipes are the most commonly used pipes in water supply systems. They are
also used in pipelines for natural gas, and sewerage systems. Although comparatively
expensive to other pipes, they hold…
A review of rapid prototyping integrated investment casting processes
Investment casting has been used to manufacture weapons, jewellery and
investment casting
during the ancient civilization. Today, its applications include jewellery/art…
A review of rapid prototyping integrated investment casting processes
Investment casting has been used to manufacture weapons, jewellery and
investment casting
during the ancient civilization. Today, its applications include jewellery/art…
Principles and techniques of blood pressure measurement
Although the mercury sphygmomanometer is widely regarded as the “gold standard”
for office blood pressure measurement, the ban on use of mercury devices continues to
diminish their role in…
A study on the flow characteristics of butterfly valve with baffles
The butterfly valve was
originally used where a tight closure was not absolutely necessary. However, over the
years, these valves have been manufactured with fairly tight seals…
What are the different types of nuts and bolts?
What does a bolt look like? Let’s start with a nuts-and-bolts definition.
Bolts are threaded fasteners with
external male threads. They mate with nuts, which have female – meaning, internal –…
Bags of style: how the backpack became a fashion essential
They used to be carried by the slightly awkward-looking kids in the school
playground or hikers and were much more likely to be sported by men than women. But
now, go to any high…
The Effect of a Wrist Brace on Injury Patterns
We compared patterns of bony and ligamentous injury with distal radial fractures
in braced and unbraced wrists using 20 paired fresh cadaveric upper extremi ties. A
commercially available wrist…
Acrylic Nails: Everything You’ve Ever Wanted to Know
Acrylic nails are the definition of glamour in the beauty world, and pretty much
anyone with eyes can see that. But are fake nails safe? Do acrylic nails hurt? How much do acrylic nails cost?…
Water Well Maintenance and Rehabilitation
The purpose of the study to obtained water well screens opening size and gravel packs size, and to
access within the groundwater inter through the aquifer to the well screen and prevent
running sand…
Introduction of the components of the film blowing machine
Blow Membrane is a plastic processing method, which refers to a plastic processing technology in which plastic particles are heated and melted and then blown into a film. Usually, the…
‘Smart toilet’ monitors for signs of disease
There’s a new disease-detecting technology in the lab of Sanjiv “Sam” Gambhir, MD PhD, and its No. 1 source of data is number one. And number two.
It’s a smart toilet. But not the kind that lifts its…
Effects of energy drink major bioactive compounds on the performance
The consumption of beverages containing caffeine and taurine before exercising has been associated with increased physical and psychological performances and has been promoted to…
What Is a Carabiner and What Can I Do With One?
If you’ve kept up with any part of the outdoor news in the last couple of years, then you’ve likely noticed that previously fringe outdoor sports are on the upward swing in popular culture. With the…
Face masks: benefits and risks during the COVID-19 crisis
The German government has made it mandatory to wear medical masks covering mouth and nose (MNC) as an effective strategy to fight SARS-CoV-2 infections. In many countries, this directive has…
Are Inflatable Paddleboards Better Than Hard Ones?
NEW YORK (Reuters) - small paddle board has surged to a fast-growing water sport that fitness experts say delivers a full-body workout to anyone exercising on an ocean, lake or river.…
The Tarpaulins Uses
PVC Tarpaulin is a multipurpose textile product made from different coating formulation grade of polymer that has high durability material to withstand hot, windy and raining weather. This causes a problem in …
Why Table Legs are Important to your Design
You probably don’t spend much time thinking about tables and table leg design, but there are so many types of tables, you may not realize how important furniture legs are to your interior design when…
How to Use Different Types of Strapping Material
All interested parties are welcome to join in the ongoing revisions to D3953, Specification for Strapping, Flat Steels and Seals. The standard is under the jurisdiction of Subcommittee D10.25 on…
What is a USB Cable?
We know that technology evolves faster and further every day and it can sometimes feel overwhelming. That’s why we’ve partnered with StarTech.com, a global leader in manufacturing top-quality USB cables and connectivity…
Wire Drawing Machines
Wire drawing is an important industrial process. Wires are reduced in diameter through a series of die/capstan combinations which provide the desired reduction steps. Typical copper wire drawing machine within BICC Cables Ltd…
Do Sticky Mousetraps Work?
When it comes to mousetraps, the most traditional method is a snap trap, also
known as spring-loaded bar traps. But that’s not your only option. Sticky mousetraps,
or
mouse glue tray, are also readily available. But…
Photography Lighting Equipment: The Essential Guide
When you first dive into photography lighting equipment, you’re bound to feel massively overwhelmed.
Studio lighting seems complex, it’s full of confusing jargon, and it certainly isn’t…
What is the difference between Sublimation Paper and Heat Transfer Paper?
According to the experienced sublimation worker charles, the quick answer is No.
You cannot use sublimation ink on ANY transfer paper for dark fabrics. Very basic…
A Guide to Types of Whatman Filter Paper Grades
A device that transmits part of a received signal and rejects the rest. The signal
may be in the form of a beam of light or other radiation or may be an electrical
signal. Optical, ultraviolet, and…
Experimental Investigation of Steel Plate Shear Walls under Shear-Compression
Interaction
This paper describes the derivation of the equation for evaluating the strength of
bridge steel plate
reinforced concrete structure (SC) and the…
What is a Ball Valve and How Does It Work?
A ball valve is a shut-off
valve that allows, obstructs, and controls the flow of liquids, gases, and vapors in a
piping system by rotating the ball having a bore inside the valve. The ball is…
Research on the effect of yield strength of circular saw blade on roll tensioning
process
In this paper, a 2-D and 3-D finite element model of roll tensioning process of
woodworking saw blade were
established by Static/General module of ABAQUS…
PP Woven and Non-Woven Reusable Bags
Plastic is quickly becoming a vulgarity within the environmental community. Its
production requires the use of nonrenewable resources, many types of plastics are
difficult or impossible to recycle, and…
Making process control valve choices
Control valves are used to manage the flow rate of a liquid or a gas and in-turn
control the temperature, pressure or liquid level within a process. As such, they are
defined by the way in which they operate…
The right lighting can lift your spirits and make you more relaxed and productive.
Any experienced designer will tell you that lighting is an essential ingredient
when you’re decorating a room — not the afterthought that many of us consider it.…
The right lighting can lift your spirits and make you more relaxed and productive.
Any experienced designer will tell you that lighting is an essential ingredient
when you’re decorating a room — not the afterthought that many of us consider it.…
How To Succeed At Slurry Pumping
Optimal transfer of two-phase solid-liquid flow (slurry flow) has long been a
major industrial challenge.
Slurry pumps are among the most common types of centrifugal pumps used to deal
with this transfer…
Are Electric Scooters the Future? How Do They Actually Work?
If you’re a particular age, then you might have memories of riding a new energy scooter. Those flimsy, two-wheeled scooters that gave you freedom on the sidewalk in front of your house…
What’s glass, and how are modern-day researchers enhancing its properties?
You’d think we would know everything there is to know about decorative coloured glass by now. It’s been around for thousands of years, and it’s practically everywhere: in…
Elevate Your Outdoor Space With These Planter-Tree Combos
For all that your houseplants do for you—like cleaning the very air you breathe—
the least you can do is give them a beautiful home. For showstopping indoor planters
that won’t break the…
Are e-cigarettes a safe alternative to smoking?
An electronic cigarette is a battery-operated device that emits a vaporized solution to inhale. Usually, the solution contains nicotine. The aim is to provide the sensation of inhaling tobacco smoke,…
We Saw, We Sat, We Reviewed: The Most Comfortable Sofas
There’s something interesting happening in the furniture world: a plentiful crop of online-only, direct-to-consumer retailers are popping up everywhere, offering incredibly good looking (and…
SAFETY AND DRIVING DYNAMICS WITH LEVEL SENSORS
Microelectromechanical system (MEMS) accelerometers and gyroscopes are used for adaptive headlights and other automotive applications, such as tilt measurement and headlight leveling. It has been found…
Machine learning assisted design of new lattice core for sandwich structures with
superior load carrying capacity
Sandwiching Machine:
biscuits may be automatically sandwiched with cream or jam or with two ingredients.
The biscuits are normally…
The new rules of socks: novelty ones are out – but yes you can wear them with sandals
You may have noticed that print socks aren’t what they used to be. Think back: for a long time socks were just something you used to cover your feet. Possibly…
Backlit Film Printing The Eco-friendly Way
An eye-catching, large format display typically used for restaurant menu boards,
movie posters, and trade show displays, the
advertising backlit film
is also sometimes known as a light box display.…
Basics of electrical conduit
The first electrical distribution system provided direct current to residential
and commercial customers in lower Manhattan. It was built by Edison Illuminating
Co., beginning in 1882. Earlier in the century,…
Why ATVs Are Great to Ride in the Summer
What do I think is worth adventuring on? ATVs!
Gas ATV tires and durability allow you
to explore areas that your traditional motorcycle can’t handle, and it’s a
totally different experience. That doesn’t…
My PC Gaming Chair: PU-leather or fabric?
When you’re looking for a PC Gaming Chair, it’s obvious that you only want the best. You don’t want to be spending money on something that isn’t going to properly support you while you’re gaming, of course!…
What You Need To Know About Red Light Therapy
What Is Red Light Therapy?
Red light therapy (RLT) is a treatment that may help skin, muscle tissue, and other parts of your body heal. It exposes you to low levels of red or near-infrared…