Photo: The pulley wheels and hook on a large crane. Any weight dangling from the bottom of this hook will be supported by the 16 lengths of wire rope above it. The more lengths of rope wrapped around a pulley wheel, the easier it is to lift. Photo by Jet Lowe, Historic American Engi...
Some use hydraulics. Most, however, rely on relatively simple, much more afforable electricstepper motorsand servo motors, which let a robot spin its wheels or swing its limbs with pinpoint control. Unlike humans, which get tired and make mistakes, robot moves are reliably repeatable; robots ge...
For some people cooking is a huge task. To make it easier on yourself, cook in batches and freeze extra portions. This way you will not have to cook every day. There are also healthier convenience meal choices if you do not want to cook. Tinned tuna or salmon, smoked salmon, pre-cook...
Check the hydraulic lines, metal shards, tractor’s engine, rear axle, and other units to check for some knocking or scratching sounds. Also, inspect other parts of hydraulics as well, for any signs of cracking, and make sure that the headlights and dash lights are functioning correctly. Add...
For some parents, the desire to have a specific gender for their baby is a deeply personal choice. While the natural conception process does not guarantee the gender of the child, there are various methods and techniques that claim to increase the chances of conceiving a baby boy. In this ...
In the coming decades, we may see robots that have artificial intelligence. Some, like Honda'sASIMOrobot, will resemble the human form. They may eventually become self-aware and conscious, and be able to do anything that a human can. When we talk about robots doing the tasks of humans, ...
The computer controls the robot by rotating individual stepper motors connected to each joint (some larger arms use hydraulics or pneumatics). Unlike ordinary motors, step motors move in exact increments. This allows the computer to move the arm very precisely, performing the same movement over ...
If you’re new to hydraulics, let’s define what we mean by a fitting. Simply put, hydraulic fittings connect hoses and pipes to other system components such as tools, valves, and pumps. If you use Enerpac hydraulic tools the most common types to be aware of are: ...
Automatic Transmissions: Hydraulics, Pumps and the Governor Automatic Transmissions: Valves and Modulators Electronically Controlled Transmissions Purpose of an Automatic Transmission Location of the automatic transmission. Just like that of a manual transmission, the automatic transmission's primary job...