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Who Invented
Thermodynamics?

Read the biography of a young scientist, Nicholas Leonard Sadi Carnot, known as the father of thermodynamics.

Advantages of Nuclear
Power Plants

At the rate that the world is currently gobbling energy it's time to turn to some alternative sources. Nuclear power may not be as dangerous an option as you think.

What Does an Electrical
Engineer Do?

Have you ever thought about becoming an electrical engineer? Read this article for a basic job description, and what you'll have to do to become one.

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Parts of the Window Air Conditioners: Part One

The first and second articles of this series describe various parts of the window ACs.

Published by Haresh Khemani (22,254 pts ) on Nov 7, 2009 to
Mechanical Engineering Articles
Properties of Fluid: Part-2

Some of the important properties of the fluid are: density or mass density of the fluid, specific weight or weight density of the fluid, specific volume of the fluid, specific gravity or relative density of the fluid, viscosity of the fluid and others. All these are discussed in this two-part series

Published by Haresh Khemani (22,254 pts ) on Nov 6, 2009 to
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Properties of the Fluid: Part-1

Some of the important properties of the fluid are: density or mass density of the fluid, specific weight or weight density of the fluid, specific volume of the fluid, specific gravity or relative density of the fluid, viscosity of the fluid and others. All these are discussed in this two-part series

Published by Haresh Khemani (22,254 pts ) on Nov 6, 2009 to
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How Does Nitrous Oxide Work

In this article we look at what nitrous oxide does in supporting the internal combustion process in cars. We also look at the advantages and disadvantages of NOS so that you, the potential purchaser, can make an informed decision before installation.

Published by zaidaysen (3,101 pts ) on Nov 6, 2009 to
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Adjusting Your Handbrake

In this article we look at what can be done to adjust your lever handbrake giving you, the driver, more piece of mind when coming to a stop. Please remember that "handbrake adjustment should only be done to compensate for stretch in the handbrake cable" and for no other reason.

Published by zaidaysen (3,101 pts ) on Nov 6, 2009 to
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Auto Glass Replacement

A shattered windshield or window glass is perhaps the one sure thing to put a damper on your weekly routine or planned weekend. This article will hopefully serve to sufficiently educate the driver as to what to look for when replacing a windshield.

Published by zaidaysen (3,101 pts ) on Nov 6, 2009 to
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Prehistoric Boats: Rafts

Rafts are one of the very ancient boats that are still used extensively. It is just because of their simplicity and usefulness that rafts are still used in the present times. Find out the journey of rafts from prehistoric time to the present day in the article inside.

Published by Raunekk (15,999 pts ) on Nov 6, 2009 to
Marine Engineering Articles
Civil Engineering - A General Overview

Civil engineering is the oldest and one of the most versatile branches of engineering. Every structure that we see around today is a creation of civil engineering. This article will explain what civil engineering is and what it consists of.

Published by Raunekk (15,999 pts ) on Nov 6, 2009 to
Civil Engineering Articles
Fire Resistant Building Techniques

Devastating. The single word that describes the material, financial, and emotional damage caused by fires in structures. We rely on buildings to provide safety and protection, but how can buildings themselves be protected from the ravages of incineration?

Published by John Moehring (860 pts ) on Nov 5, 2009 to
Civil Engineering Articles
Reheater Steam Temperature Imbalance in Tangential Fired Boilers

Reheat steam temperature imbalance in tangential fired boiler is common when coal is the fuel and the quality of coal changes. It can lead to higher tube metal temperature and can bring down life of tube depending upon increase from the allowable value. Reasons and how to correct this are discussed.

Published by Dr V T Sathyanathan (3,704 pts ) on Nov 5, 2009 to
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