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A float-type carburetor consists of six subsystems that control the amount of fuel that is discharged with regard to the flow of air being delivered to the engine cylinders. These systems work in tandem to provide the engine with a fixed quantity of fuel flow during all engine operating ranges. The six subsystems within this carburetor include a float chamber mechanism, main metering system, idling system, mixture control system, accelerating system, and economizer system. Read more >>

Rollers are widely used components that facilitate movement to various machine parts as well as provide support and transportation to materials moving through the machine. Rollers can be utilized for a variety of different functions, and as such, they come in many different types in order to suit many industrial applications. In this blog, we will give a brief overview of the most common types so you may get familiar with such components and know what kind of roller you need for your operations. We will begin by outlining the different materials they are available in. Rollers are typically made of either urethane/rubber, metallic, or resin. Read more >>

Of the several components that make up reciprocating aircraft engines, the crankshaft is the backbone as it is the part that converts linear motion into rotational motion. Crankshafts and piston engines are found on the majority of all business class and general aviation aircraft, and understanding their function is a crucial part of owning and operating such aircraft. This blog will discuss the different components of a crankshaft, its function, and common types. Read more >>

Within the realm of hydraulics, hydraulic fluids allow for power to be efficiently transferred throughout a system for the means of actuating and carrying out processes. Hydraulic fluids can come in various forms, all of which feature zero compressibility for the means of providing ample power transfer capabilities. With their ability to transfer power, a hydraulic fluid can provide the energy needed to drive various systems including hydraulic brakes, aircraft flight control systems, lifts, excavators, garbage trucks, and much more. To better understand how hydraulic and hydraulic fluids are used for various common operations, we will discuss their types and applications in more detail. Read more >>

Oscilloscopes are electronic test equipment that are commonly used in a number of industries, allowing for varying signal voltages to be graphically displayed as a waveform. Found in applications ranging from medical devices to instrument control software, oscilloscopes are an important component for countless devices and industries. To better understand what an oscilloscope is and how it may benefit varying systems, we will discuss their basic construction and operating principles. Read more >>

Bearings are a common component for numerous types of machinery, regularly implemented within assemblies for the means of minimizing the amount of friction generated between two moving surfaces. There are many types of bearings that one may use for friction reduction, and each may provide its own unique abilities to benefit certain applications. Read more >>

Thermal grease, also known as thermal paste or thermal interface material, is a thermally conductive material used to connect a heat source to a thermal spreading device. Thanks to their diversity and performance, thermal grease can be found in many thermal settings, such as heat sinks. Thermal grease can greatly improve a system’s overall thermal conductivity and effectiveness. In this blog, we will discuss the use of thermal grease, what it does, and its chemical properties. Read more >>

Both reciprocating and turbine aircraft engines operate on the basic principle of igniting fuel and air mixtures. While combustion can provide sufficient propulsive force and mechanical energy for aircraft to fly, it also causes a large amount of heat generation that must be mitigated for the integrity of engine components and surrounding structures. The cooling system of an aircraft may vary depending on the type of engine and its design, often relying on methods such as liquid cooling and air cooling to protect assemblies. Read more >>

Machines and tools are critical to the optimal performance of countless industrial applications. Critical to these machines and tools themselves are pins, the fasteners that hold them together and prevent them from falling apart. Industrial pins are a type of fastening hardware used for several purposes, among which are aligning, mounting, coupling, assembling, and penetrating two different machines or pieces of hardware. Industrial pins are used for different purposes and employed based on the operation or function they are expected to carry out. In this blog, we will look at the eight most common types of industrial pins and their defining characteristics. Read more >>

A lathe machine is a type of machine used to shape and machine many types of workpiece. Depending on the size and material of the workpiece, there are many different types of lathe machines to choose from. While lathe machines were typically only used for metal machining, modern technological advancements have broadened their functionality to work with a range of various materials. The main purpose of a lathe machine is to remove extra or unwanted material from a workpiece to create a product. Lathes are capable of producing many different shapes and forms in very little time and with high accuracy. This blog will cover the six most common types of lathe machines: the speed/wood lathe, engine lathe, tool-room lathe, capstan and turret lathe, special purpose lathe, and CNC lathe. Read more >>