Possible Applications of Micromachines
Commonly used in microelectronics, transportation and telecommunications, micromachines play an already important role in our lives that will soon become even more prominent in the future. Introduction Microelectromechanical systems (MEMS), also popularly…
Thrust Augmentation Nozzles for Rocket Engines
This article contains a technical description of how thrust augmentation nozzles increase the performance of rocket thrusters and solve the problem of rocket engines needing to work as efficiently in…
What is Rocket Propulsion?
This article will review the basic characteristics of rocket propulsion, including the application of Newton’s Third Law of Motion, types of propellants, forces acting on rockets during flight, and more.…
Calculating Screw Jacks
Screw Jacks are devices used for raising and lowering heavy objects (weights) through external small manual labor. The article discusses the various calculations involved and explains the relation between weight which…
About Gimbals and Gimbal Bearings
Gimbals and gimbal bearings are extensively used in components that are required to stay stable in unsteady conditions. These range from use in the NASA spacecraft engine gimbals, to shipboard…
Desirable Mechanical Properties Of Engineering Materials
During the process of selecting a material for engineering applications, their mechanical properties play a major role, which depend upon the components being manufactured and their utilization. Mechanical Properties, Tests And Procedures…
PTFE – A wonderful Oil Additive for Machines & Engines
PTFE is an abbreviation of Poly-Tetra-Fluoro- Ethylene and a white polymer with outstanding properties. The structure of molecules is round and looks like balls one over the other. Properties of…
ISO Tolerances for Shaft Holes
This article is based on the basic concept of ISO System of tolerance. We will discuss fundamental deviation, fundamental tolerance, and the calculation of tolerance according to the symbol used.…
Blacksmith’s Favorite Forging Tools Explained
Advanced automation today might have made metal processing work quick and at huge scales, but it didn't fully replace a blacksmith’s role in the field. Blacksmiths still occupy an important…
Analyzing Abnormal Vehicle Vibration Tendencies
Drive train vibration issues, if not treated in a timely fashion, can cause serious catastrophic damage to your gearbox. Do you know what the possible causes of the vibration issues…
