How to Build a Homemade Mains Surge Protector Device
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Improving internal combustion engine efficiency is a prime concern today. Engineers have devised many methods like turbocharging, cam-less engines, …
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Boiler tube-melt down in shore-based industry can be repaired easily. Have you ever wondered how melted boiler tubes have been repaired onboard in …
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Where does the world’s energy come from, and how much of that is used in the US? Here we answer the first question and, using government figures …
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Gone are the horse and buggy days. Nevertheless, the sad part is that we still do not notice the endless number of traffic signals. Who are the …
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Multi-beam bridges are a very common form of construction for roads and other bridges that are required to span across distances less than one hundred …
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Excel spreadsheet templates for heat exchanger design can be downloaded in either S.I. units or U.S. units. The spreadsheets calculate heat transfer …
Continue ReadingNonlinear Loads and Harmonics in Power Systems
Large industries and electrical utilities are very concerned about the presence of nonlinear loads in their electrical power systems. This article …
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Incineration is one of the methods of waste management that is quickly taking a prominent role for municipal authorities all over the world. The …
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Electric bicycles powered by lithium ion batteries are an exciting and fun new form of transportation. They are capable of high speeds and long range …
Continue ReadingHow to Build a Wooden Poduium for a Temporary Event
If charged with organizing an event for the local chapter of your party or organization, you may wonder how to go about building a temporary wooden …
Continue ReadingNew Maritime Laws of August 2008 Panama Registry
The maritime laws of Panama, new in August 2008, aim at attracting new tonnage by giving huge discounts and at promoting safety with additional …
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