Mechanical engineers play an important role in the automotive, aerospace, biotechnology, computer and electronics, automation, and manufacturing industries. They design, develop, build, and test all sorts of mechanical devices, tools, engines and machines. Mechanical engineers are able to design and manufacture everything from small parts like miniature connectors, to large machine tools like drill presses….
A flywheel is a mechanical device that uses conservation of angular momentum to store rotational energy; a form of kinetic energy that is proportional to the product of its moment of inertia and the square of its rotational speed. A flywheel is a heavy wheel attached to a rotating shaft to smooth the transfer of…
The water coming into your home makes a journey through a system of pipes, and it’s usually cold or cool, depending on the time of year. To have water warm enough to take a hot shower or bath, or use your dishwasher or washing machine, you need a water heater. Water heaters are familiar fixtures in most homes. They…
When piston damage occurs, the engine suffers. It can mean many problems and result in reduced vehicle performance. But how do you tell that engine pistons are faulty? Luckily, piston failure causes a number of symptoms. In many vehicles, a faulty engine part triggers a dashboard light (check engine light). That should be the first sign to…
An engine is like the heart of a car. It needs to run smooth in order to keep your car moving. I cant emphasize more on how important it is to keep the engine fit and functioning efficiently. Here are 10 engine maintenance tips that will help your engine run forever. 1. Change engine oil…
While designing machines, often it needs to provide supports for the rotating shafts either separately or inbuilt in the parts of the machine itself. Such a support, called bearing, not only serves as support to the rotating shaft but also facilitate its smooth running as well. Almost all kinds of machineries have bearings, a few…
The two most common types of transmissions are manual and automatic. But there is a third type called a continuously variable transmission (CVT). CVTs have been around since the late 1980s but are now more common than ever because they typically provide better fuel economy than other kinds of transmissions. A CVT, or continuously variable transmission, seamlessly…
A pipe can be defined as a tube made of metal, plastic, wood, concrete or fiberglass. Pipes are used to carry liquids, gases, slurries, or fine particles. A piping system is generally considered to include the complete interconnection of pipes, including in-line components such as pipe fittings and flanges. Pumps, heat exchanges, valves and tanks…
There are two separate types of braking systems that are used within trains. Each of them use a different operating medium and follow through with a unique process in order to bring the vehicle to a complete stop. The Types Of Brakes That Are Used In Trains: Air brakes Pneumatic brakes The two main types…
Electric motorcycles are already here and just like the electric cars. And although top automakers have enhanced the aesthetics and performance of the electric motorcycle over the years, its mechanism has remained largely the same – basically, an electric motorcycle uses electricity as fuel. So, instead of the gas-burning engines of conventional motorcycles, the engine of…