Types of Boiler Coal Pulverizers
Pulverizing the coal to a fine powder is an important function in the operation of a power plant. This article explains the different methods of …
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This article will discuss enveloping worm gear design and the various advantages of using single and double enveloping worm gears.
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Everyone knows that a ship is propelled with the help of a propeller located at the aft of the ship. However, they may not now how the propeller is …
Continue ReadingWhy Pulverized Coal is Used in a Power Plant
For efficient combustion of the coal in a coal fired power plant, pulverizing to a fine powder for burning is an important requirement. Read on to …
Continue ReadingLinear Variable Differential Transformer LVDT Sensor. How does an LVDT Work?
This article describes linear variable differential transformer or LVDT. It works on the principle of differential transformer that has one primary …
Continue ReadingHow do Integrated Circuits Work?
An integrated circuit is basically made up of small electronic components on a semi-conductor material. Today, integrated circuits have become an …
Continue ReadingWhat are Ultrasonic Transducers? What are Ultrasonic Waves?
The ultrasonic transducers use ultrasonic waves. This article describes what ultrasonic transducers are, their applications and various elements like …
Continue ReadingDesign, Applications, Advantages, and Manufacturing of the Involute Gear
The involute gear is very popular in industry. In this gear design article, we will define the involute gear and will discuss the design, …
Continue ReadingHeat Exchanger Flow: Cross flow, Parallel flow, Counter Flow Heat Exchangers
The flow pattern through a heat exchanger affects the required heat exchanger surface. A counterflow heat exchanger needs the lowest heat transfer …
Continue ReadingWhat is the Rectification Process?
Rectification is a process by which an alternating current is made usable for a direct current requirement. Thus, by rectification, alternating …
Continue ReadingWhat is Voltage Doubler? How a Voltage Doubler Circuit Works
A voltage doubler, a part of the AC to DC process, helps in increasing the voltage of the system to almost twice the input. The article explains the …
Continue ReadingConstruction and Working of a Vibrating Contact Regulator
A vibrating contact regulator is a type of regulator used in the excitation system of AC generators. There are different types of voltage regulators …
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