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1.0 Introduction A wire is defined as a single, flexible strand or rod of metal which is typically cylindrically-shaped. The core applications of wire, both single- or multi-stranded wire, are to withstand or carry mechanical loads in construction sector, whereas in electrical and electronic field are used to transmit electricity and telecommunications signals. For examples, from view of construction, wires are either braided or fixated together to form a bundle of strands, namely…

Cast iron cookware is not a thing of the past; it is actually an item that is used by many cooks and homemakers on a daily basis. The cookware that is made of cast iron has many benefits. It conducts heat very well; it heats the food evenly and thoroughly and can even be resistant to foods sticking to it. It is only resistant to foods sticking if it has been seasoned well and not allowed to become unseasoned. If you have never used this type of cookware, you might be pleasantly surprised what…

The primary focus of the lab was to understand the process and effects of cold working and annealing compared to a baseline sample. Cold working is a form of strain hardening in which metals are worked through the use of applied pressure, thereby making the metal harder[]. This applied pressure led to harder material by creating linear defects known as dislocations. The specific type of dislocation that occurred in this lab was an edge dislocation where an extra plane of atoms was inserted into…

1. Introduction 1.1 Lubrication Friction is caused during machining operation at tool and chip interface. This produces the heat which affects the machining performance in terms of surface finish, dimensional accuracy, tool life and machining cost. To reduce the heat different techniques have been utilized. Earlier, during industrial revolution water was utilized as a coolant but it caused corrosion [1]. With the development of technology different cooling and lubrication techniques have come…

Amec Foster Wheeler (2015) is a global engineering services company with operations in 150 countries including South Africa. It offers consultancy, engineering, project management, operations and construction services. It serves the oil & gas, power, clean energy, environment & infrastructure and mining industries. Globally its clients include both the private and public sector, are among the world’s biggest and best companies in their fields, such as BP, Shell, Saudi Aramco, Petronas and etc.…

Metal roofing is one of the most sought after materials for new roofs. There are a number of benefits that make metal roofing appealing to both homeowners and roofing contractors alike. When comparing metal roofing to shingle roofing you will find that the cost is almost double however the longevity of the roofing material more than doubles. We will look deeper into metal roofing advantages and disadvantages throughout this articles. As stated above metal shingling is known for its durability…

How To Resurface Your Concrete Walkway If your walkway has cracks, pits, and stains, you can rejuvenate it by resurfacing the concrete. If your walkway is small, you can probably do the work yourself. If you have a long sidewalk, or if you want to resurface your driveway too, you'll probably need to call a contractor so the job can be done with commercial equipment. These are the steps involved if you want to do the job yourself. Clean The Concrete First The first step is to clean your…

This project is over a career that i would want in the future. In this paper i will be writing about welding. First i will tell you what welding is. Welding is the act of fusing metal together by basically melting the metal together. Welders can be found anywhere in the world. If there is something to be built with metal you’ll find a welder there. There are several different duties of being a welder. You must be able to read blueprints, be able to read a tape measure, maintain equipment such…

If you are an avid fisherman, you need equipment that can keep up with your hobby. The Shimano Complex saltwater spinning reel provides you with the service and comfort you need for everyday or occasional fishing. This accessory is part of Shimano's Quickresponse Series. It is designed to be both lightweight and durable. Despite the light weight of this spinning reel, it provides remarkable stiffness. Shimano is moving from aluminum to graphite in their reels, so they benefit from modern,…

An ironist is a writer that describes a person with positive and powerful attributes, who looks to have everything figured out, but then an event occurs that reverses the previous sentiment about the person. The person is no longer perfect but has faults. An ironist uses the universe and compares it to the fragile nature of humans. Ambrose Bierce reveals this ironist perspective through his story tittles “An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge.” In his story he explains in great detail a man about…