Automatic and Autonomous Type Robots
Manipulation Robotic Systems, an integral part of many industrial manipulators, are mainly divided on the basis of the type of control system they …
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Robot Control Systems - Remote Operation and Tele-Control
Tele-control robots, as the name suggests, are robotic systems that can be controlled from a distance. The following article describes the different …
Continue ReadingWhat is a Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM)? How is it Used?
A Scanning Electron Microscope is a scientific instrument that is used to observe fine details of materials. SEM was introduced as a solution to low …
Continue ReadingComplete Guide to Standard Parts - Spring Washers - What is a Spring Washer?
Washers are an essential element in any mechanical design, as they help in uniform distribution of the applied load and aid in securing the fasteners …
Continue ReadingGeometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing Tutorial: know how to specify GD&T Limits, Fits and Tolerance
Understanding the concept of the limits and fits is very important for a mechanical design engineer. This geometric dimensioning and Tolerancing …
Continue ReadingTypes of Robotic Systems and System Classifications
Robotics systems, an integral part of almost all manufacturing processes, are classified on the basis of their application. In this article we will …
Continue ReadingAnalyze Poor Oil Gun Performance in Boilers
Oil gun performance can be affected by factors like design, fuel, air distribution, etc. Coal fired boilers have oil guns for start-up and warm-up …
Continue ReadingFloat Valve used as Throttling Device in Refrigerator Systems
The float valve is used as the throttling device in the large refrigeration systems. There are two types of float valves: low side float valves and …
Continue ReadingTwo types of Modern Steam Turbines and Their Mechanical Arrangements
Impulse and reaction turbines, being dependent on the shape of the rotor blades and the method of steam entry and exit, are the two main types. …
Continue ReadingWhat is Thermostatic Expansion Valve (TEV) for Refrigerator, Air Conditioning Systems
Thermostatic expansion valve is one of the most commonly used throttling devices in the refrigeration and air conditioning systems. Let us see the …
Continue ReadingConstant Pressure Expansion Valve or Automatic Expansion Valve
This article describes another type of throttling valve: the constant pressure expansion valve.
Continue ReadingCapillary Tube Refrigeration. Capillary Tube in Refrigeration, Air Conditioning
This article describes capillary tube, the commonly used throttling device in the domestic refrigeration and air conditioning systems.
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