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2023-08-17 11:47
A clutch is an automobile device to transmit rotating motion or torque from the engine to the gearbox. The transmission Read More
2023-08-14 16:05
We all know that heat travels from high to low temperatures. But the heat pump works just the opposite of Read More
2023-08-12 08:43
Overview Introduction What is a Turbine Flowmeter? Construction of the Turbine Flowmeter Working of the Turbine Flowmeter Turbine Flowmeter Accuracy Read More
2023-08-10 11:16
Most of the power plant comprises four essential components. They are boiler, condenser, pump, and turbine. The condenser is a Read More
2023-08-08 07:12
Whenever we keep food items like chicken or meat at normal temperature, it deteriorates quickly. The bacteria and germs start Read More
2023-08-01 14:11
There are various ways to deform a metal; one popular one is forging. It is a process by which the Read More
2023-08-01 03:55
Overview Introduction Parts of a Crossflow Cooling Tower? Working of Crossflow Cooling Tower Difference between Crossflow and Counterflow Cooling Towers Read More
Lobe Pump – Introduction, Parts, Working, Advantages, Disadvantages, Applications ,and Accessories
2023-07-30 11:29
Overview Introduction What is the Lobe Pump? Parts of the Lobe Pump Working of the Lobe Pump Advantages of the Read More
2023-07-28 13:22
The piston pump is a positive displacement pump that is usually used in high-pressure applications. It consists of a piston-cylinder Read More
2023-07-28 11:57
Overview Introduction What is a Blowdown Valve? What are the Parts of a Blowdown Valve? How Does the Blowdown Valve Read More
2023-07-27 08:36
Snap gauge is one of the types of go-nogo gauges. It is a gauging tool which means it assesses whether Read More
2023-07-24 05:42
A centrifugal pump is a hydraulic machine that converts mechanical energy into hydraulic energy using centrifugal force. These pumps are Read More
2023-07-22 11:01
Overview Introduction What is hot forging and cold forging? What are the Parts and types of equipment used in Upset Read More
2023-07-21 06:18
The temperature inside the factories or warehouses exceeds 30 degrees Celsius in the hot summer. Employees feel uncomfortable working in Read More
2023-07-20 14:05
The power plant consists of basic components like a boiler, turbine, condenser, and pump. Each component serves a basic function Read More
2023-07-17 10:05
Power Screw:- Power screws (translation screws) are used to transmit power by converting rotary motion into linear motion.The power screw Read More
2023-07-12 08:56
What are heat pumps and refrigerators (Definitions):- Heat Pump:-A heat pump is used to transfer heat from an area at Read More
2023-07-08 05:02
A fluid coupling is a coupling that uses fluid to transmit power from the driving side to the driving side.Fluid Read More
2023-07-04 14:57
A flooded evaporator is a device that is used in refrigeration systems as a heat exchanger which absorbs heat from Read More
2023-07-01 07:35
Pumps are devices that are used to move fluids (liquids and gases) from one point to another using mechanical action Read More
2023-06-30 19:59
Valves are parts that are used in systems to regulate the flow of fluids. They can be used to initiate Read More
Scotch Marine Boiler – Overview, Types, Parts, Working, Advantages, Disadvantages And Applications
2023-05-09 12:19
A boiler is a mechanical system used to produce steam. It is a pressure vessel that offers a surface area Read More
2023-04-29 10:10
The gerotor pump is a rotary positive displacement pump that moves fluid using the rotary motion of the pumping elements.The name Read More
2023-04-26 20:34
Swash Plate Pump is a positive displacement pump that consists of a combination of a piston and cylinder and a Read More
2023-04-23 12:26
Condenser is a device that is used to change the phase of a working medium like converting refrigerant from vapor Read More
2023-04-23 12:24
Milling operation on a workpiece can be done in two ways – the first one is conventional milling and the Read More
2023-04-23 12:24
A crucible furnace is a type of furnace that can be used to melt both ferrous and non-ferrous metals and Read More
2023-04-23 12:23
A hydraulic intensifier is used to increase the pressure of a liquid (water) which is at low pressure and large Read More
2023-04-20 20:23
Casting is a manufacturing method that involves pouring liquid material into a mold and allowing it to solidify. This process Read More
2023-04-17 09:50
A diffusion Pump is a type of kinetic vacuum pump.Diffusion pumps are the first type of vacuum pump operating in Read More
2023-04-17 09:31
Gear Hobbing is a multipoint machining process used for cutting gears from raw material, typically metal. In this process, a Read More
2023-04-17 09:29
Gang milling is a machining process in which two or more milling cutters are mounted on the same arbor (shaft) Read More
2023-04-14 21:42
Extrusion means the process of forming something by forcing or pushing it out, especially through a small opening. Moulding means Read More
2023-04-06 07:32
Boring machines are used to enlarge holes. In this article, we will discuss a specific type of boring machine i.e Read More
2023-02-23 08:32
Autocollimator is an optical instrument that is used to measure small angular differences.This device is very sensitive to change in angles and provides a very accurate measurement of angula… Read More
2023-02-23 08:30
Plasma Arc Machining is used to remove material from the workpiece. In this process, a high velocity jet of high-temperature gas is used to melt and remove material from the workpiece. This… Read More
2023-02-23 08:23
Lancashire Boiler is a horizontal, low pressure, internally fired, stationary fire tube and natural circulation boiler.This boiler was invented in the year 1844 by William Fairbairn.William… Read More
2023-02-23 08:21
Normalizing is the process of heating of metal that alters the properties of metal like tensile strength, ductility and also refines the grain structure.It is a type of heat treatment applic… Read More
2023-02-23 08:12
Solex carburetor is a modification of simple carburetor. The simple carburetor works well in normal working conditions but it does not work well in conditions like winter and summer season… Read More
2023-02-23 08:11
Vane Compressor is also known as Rotary Vane Compressor or Sliding Vane compressor.Vane Compressor was invented by Charles C. Barnes of Canada. He patented it on 16 June 1874… Read More
2023-02-23 08:10
Cone Clutch is a type of frictional clutch. It is used to engage and disengage engine shaft to the transmission box shaft while changing gear ratio.Cone clutch uses two conical surfaces to t… Read More
2023-02-23 08:08
Capstan Lathe is the modified form of Engine Lathe and Center Lathe in which the tailstock is replaced by a hexagonal turret tool head. It was first developed by Pratt and Whitney in America… Read More
2023-02-23 08:06
Today we will discuss types of welding flames.There are mainly three types of flames used in welding, they are:-1) Natural Flame or Neutral Flame:-It is called natural flame because when we… Read More
2023-02-23 08:03
A comparator is an instrument that is used to measure precision of a given component by comparing the dimension of a given component with the actual working standard.Pneumatic means air and… Read More
2023-02-22 10:04
Cutting tools undergo several intense rubbing processes due to which the shape of tool changes from its original shape as tool wear.Tool wear slowly causes loss of tool material. It also res… Read More
2023-02-22 09:56
Broaching is a process in which a toothed tool is used to remove material from the workpiece and cutting a predetermined shape. This toothed tool is known as Broach.Broaching proce… Read More
2023-02-21 20:40
Lamont Boiler is the first forced convection boiler.It is a high pressure water tube, forced circulation externally fired. boiler. It was name Lamont Boiler because it was introduced by Doug… Read More
![Sliding Mesh Gearbox – Parts, Construction, Working , Advantages,Disadvantages And Applications [Complete Guide]](https://cdn.blogarama.com/images/posts_thumbs_site_id/13719/1371908-3279054130.w320.jpg "Sliding Mesh Gearbox – Parts, Construction, Working , Advantages,Disadvantages And Applications [Complete Guide]")
2023-02-21 20:38
Sliding Mesh Gearbox was the first gearbox or transmission system invented of an automobile.The first transmission system was given by French Inventors Louis-Rene and Emile Levassor who inve… Read More
2023-02-21 20:35
Material removed from a workpiece with the help of a tool are known as chips. Chips are formed by shearing. Machining of material is highly dependent on chips.Chips are formed… Read More
2023-02-21 20:28
Constant Mesh Gearbox was invented to overcome the limitations of the sliding mesh gearbox. In this gearbox, all the gears are always in mesh. The gear remains fixed and not slide like… Read More
2023-02-21 20:26
Dog Clutch is a type of clutch that uses interference to couple two rotating shafts or other rotating components like gears.It is most commonly used in constant mesh gearbox. It functio… Read More
2023-02-21 20:22
A centrifugal clutch is a clutch that uses centrifugal force to connect two concentric shafts, with the driving shaft nested inside the driven shaft.It works on the principle of ce… Read More
2023-02-21 20:21
Projection is a type of resistance welding. It is named so because different projections are formed on the workpiece for effective welding.In this welding process, the design or shape of the… Read More
2023-02-21 20:17
Annealing is a heat treatment that alters the physical and sometimes chemical properties of a material to increase its ductility and reduce its hardness, making it more workable.In the annea… Read More
2023-02-21 20:06
A pattern is replica of casting but it has slightly large dimensions. This change in pattern in casting due to various reasons is known as pattern allowances in casting.For Example:When… Read More
![Draft Tubes -Types,Working And Efficiency[Complete Guide]](https://cdn.blogarama.com/images/posts_thumbs_site_id/13719/1371908-2239337405.w320.jpg "Draft Tubes -Types,Working And Efficiency[Complete Guide]")
2023-02-21 19:58
Draft Tube is a connecting pipe which is fitted generally at the outlet or exit of turbines which and convert kinetic energy of water at outlet of turbine to static pressure. It helps to avo… Read More
2023-02-12 04:22
Simple Verticle Boiler is a boiler in which water is boiled inside a large vertical cylindrical shell and steam is produced. This is the simplest type of firetube boiler. This boiler produce… Read More
2023-02-12 04:19
Joule Cycle is thermodynamic cycle using constant pressure heat addition and rejection. Fuel and compressor are used to heat and increase the pressure of the gas, the gas expands and spins t… Read More
2023-02-12 04:10
Loeffler Boiler is the improved version of the Lamont Boiler. Lamont boiler has a major defect that salt and sediments were deposited in the inner surface of the water tube through which wat… Read More
2023-02-11 19:14
Scotch Yoke Mechanism is a reciprocating mechanism that converts rotational motion to reciprocating motion or vice-versa. It is also known as slotted link mechanism. This mechanism… Read More
2023-02-11 19:08
Grashof’s Law states that for a four-bar linkage system, if the sum of length of shortest and longest of a planar quadrilateral linkage is less than or equal to the sum of the rem… Read More
2023-02-11 18:53
Double slider crank shaft has two sliding pairs and two turning pairs.It is named Double Slider Crank Shaft because it has two sliding pairs.It has two sliders, one frame in which the slider… Read More
2023-02-11 12:31
Hartnell Governor is spring loaded centrifugal governor. It contains an additional spring which is used to apply an additional force to the sleeve. This governor has a nut place at the top o… Read More
2023-02-11 09:17
Heat Balance Sheet is an account of heat supplied and heat utilized in various ways in the IC engine. Heat balance sheet is used to get necessary information regarding th… Read More
2023-02-09 18:44
Zenith Carburetor is a British carburetor which is used by many popular companies. It is produced by Zenith Carburetor Company and was founde in 1910.In this carburetor there is no starting… Read More
2023-02-09 18:34
The Bell Coleman Cycle is a refrigeration cycle where the working fluid is air which is compressed and expanded but do not change state.This cycle is the modification of reverse Carnot cycle… Read More
2023-02-07 08:13
Fool Proofing is a method by which ensures that the workpiece will fit into the work holder only if the workpiece is placed in the correct position.For fool proofing the design of jig a… Read More
2023-02-07 08:10
Proell Governor is a different type of governor in which the fly balls are connected to the spindle using an extended arm. The fly balls are mounted on this additional arm. Like the porter g… Read More
2023-02-04 19:35
Porter Governor is a modification of Watt Governor with central load attached to the sleeve. This load moves up and down the central spindle. The additional force increases the speed of revo… Read More
2023-02-04 19:32
Vena Contracta is the point in a fluid stream where kinetic energy is maximum and pressure energy is minimum.At Vena Contracta fluid stream where velocity is maximum and the diameter of stre… Read More
2023-02-04 17:27
There are two types of cutting tools.i ) Single Point Cutting Toolsii) Multiple Point Cutting Tools.i) Single Point Cutting Tools :-The tools which make use of a single sharp cutting edge to… Read More
2023-02-04 16:54
The balls in Inertia Governor are arranged in such a way that the inertia forces caused by angular acceleration or retardation of the governor shaft tend to change their position.Inertia Gov… Read More
2023-02-04 16:34
It is also called Spring Loaded Governor. It is a special type of governor which has a spring attached between the balls of the governor. This spring is called Main Spring. The main spring i… Read More
2023-02-04 16:08
Cylinder Bank and Cylinder Rows are the different arrangement of cylinders in a multi-cylinder engine. Lets see this two arrangements in details below.1) Cylinder Bank :-In this arrangement… Read More
2023-02-04 15:53
Watt governor is the simplest form of centrifugal governors. Centrifugal governors are special type of governors with a feedback system that controls the speed of an engine by regulating the… Read More
2023-02-04 15:30
Before jumping to Single Slider Crank Shaft and its inversion Lets see some important definition that will help you easily understand this topic. These definitions are :-Links :-1) Kinematic… Read More
2023-02-04 14:07
Rolling mills are classified based on the number and arrangement of the rolls in it. Rolling is a metal forming process in which metal stock is passed through one or more pair of rolls to re… Read More
2023-02-04 06:22
Venturimeter is a device that is used to measure the rate of flow of fluid through a pipe. This device is based on the principle of Bernoulli’s Equation. Venturimeter is named after G… Read More
2023-02-04 05:50
Orthogonal Cutting :-
Orthogonal cutting is a type of cutting in which the cutting tool is perpendicular to the direction of tool motion. In this cutting, the flow of chip is perpend… Read More
2023-02-01 19:15
During cutting the cutting edge of tool is positioned a certain distance below the original. This corresponds to the thickness of the chip prior to chip formation t1 as the chip is formed al… Read More
2023-02-01 19:06
Geneva Drive is a gear mechanism that translates rotation motion into intermittent rotary motion.The rotating drive wheel has a pin that enters into the slot of driven wheel and make it rota… Read More
2023-02-01 18:39
Kaplan turbine is a turbine which has adjustable blades to achieve efficiency over a wide range of flow and water level. It was an evolution of Francis Turbine. It works on the principle of… Read More
2023-02-01 17:27
In this article we will see the design and working of Velox Boiler which is used steam power plant. First lets see the principle of its working.
Principle of Velox Boiler :-
Volex Boil… Read More
2023-01-30 18:03
Lathe machine is a machine tool which is used to remove metals from a workpiece to give a desired shape and size. This machine works by holding and rotating the workpiece and a tool bit is a… Read More
2023-01-30 09:38
Belt drive is a mechanism in which power is transmitted by the movement of a continuous flexible belt. It is used to tranmit roational motion from mechanical element to another.A belt is loo… Read More
2023-01-30 09:29
A knuckle joint is a type of joint which connects two cylindrical rods whose axes lies on the same plane and are under a tensile load. It is used to transmit axial tensile force.Th… Read More
2023-01-30 08:59
Cotter joint is a type of mechanical joint which is used to join two axial rods or bars. It is also known as spigot and socket joint.This joint doesn’t allow any angular movements of r… Read More
2023-01-30 08:55
A gearbox is a transmission device that is used between engine’s output shaft and the final drive in order to provide required torque and power to the wheels of the vehicle… Read More
2023-01-30 08:49
Grinding Machines or Grinders are tools which are used for grinding work pieces. It produces a smooth finish on flat surface. A grinding wheel is used in grinding machines for… Read More
2023-01-30 08:42
Forging is the process of shaping a metal by pressing, rolling,squeezing, hammering and other such operations in one or more forging machines or equipments.
There are many defects in… Read More
2021-06-06 16:52
Flash welding is a method of welding in which the ends of the workpiece are pressed together during the welding process. Flash welding is a type of resistance welding. In this welding proces… Read More
2021-05-18 07:34
A fluid is a substance that deforms continuously under the action of shear force. Fluid flows continuously when an external force is applied.A fluid can be classified on the basis of the pro… Read More
2021-04-26 05:17
Compressors are the most prominent devices used in industries to increase the pressure of gases. The screw compressor is a type of positive displacement compressor which achieves this with a… Read More
2021-04-16 17:10
The differential manometer is used to measure the difference in pressure between two points in a pipe or in two pipes.The pressure at these two points is measured using two piezometers.This… Read More
2021-04-04 07:41
A torsion pendulum consists of an inextensible string clamped at one end and fixed to a rigid body at the other end. This simple apparatus consisting of a clamped wire coupled to a rigid bod… Read More
2021-03-25 18:01
A vane pump is a positive displacement pump that is used to increase the pressure of the flowing fluid using the vanes which are mounted to a rotor.This pump can be used to flow the fluid fr… Read More
2021-03-22 06:40
Gear Pump is one type of positive displacement rotary pump. In a gear pump, a fluid moves by enclosing a fixed volume of fluid using the interlocking gears and then transferring it as the ge… Read More
2021-03-19 12:06
Axial Flow Compressor is a type of compressor in which the working fluid flows parallel to the axis of rotation of the rotor or axially. In this compressor, the working fluid is compressed b… Read More
2021-03-12 10:00
Impulse Turbine is defined as the turbine in which high-velocity jets of water or steam hits the blades of the turbine to rotate the turbine and produce electricity using this rotation.The i… Read More
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