Types of O-Ring Applications
So far on this blog we’ve discussed O-Ring material and sizes, and the ways in which they can be used. In this post, we’ll talk about the common types of O-Ring applications, and their impact on O-ring sizing and hardware design. 1. Static Axial Seals When designing grooves for static axial seals, the first consideration is whether the pressure is coming from inward or outward. In situations involving outward pressure, the outside diameter of the groove is primary, and the groove width is the primary consideration for the inside diameter. For inward pressure, the inside diameter is primary. This ensures that the O-Ring needs to move the least distance to…
Building a Computer vs Buying One… Which Way to Go?
A few decades ago, computers were seen as the most sophisticated things existing, to most of us who are not tech savvy. However, in the modern day, most people own or use a computer, and this has helped many to understand their computers better. Unfortunately, this understanding is mostly limited to the operations of the computer as most people can’t be able to identify anything once their machine is opened. This lack of knowledge of the inner part of a computer has made building one seem like a massive task that most would shy away from. Not everyone is afraid of tackling the challenge of building a computer, and it…
13 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Data Backups
When it comes to businesses and data backups, there is far too much misinformation out there. Even the most knowledgeable business owners make rookie mistakes when it comes to handling data backups, and it is because of their misconceptions about how the process works. That is why we want to clear up thirteen of the biggest data backup myths that we have been reading about in recent months. 1. Backup Vendors are all Alike When you are choosing a backup vendor, you need to consider so many different things. You need a backup vendor that offers a full stream of services if you want a solution that is reliable and…
Car Frame Damage and What to Do About It
Frame damage in a car, even from minor accidents, is crucial to address. It doesn't always total the car, but expert repair is essential for safety.
What Will The City Of The Future Look Like?
Climate change is a huge problem for the entire world but researchers are starting to move towards a solution. The idea of an entire country powered by a central grid looks like it may become obsolete eventually. Instead, there is a move toward self-sufficient cities that power themselves entirely on clean energy and run on exciting new technology. Sci-fi movies are packed full of predictions about what these future cities might look like but flying cars and floating buildings aren’t likely anytime soon. So, what is the city of the future actually going to look like?
How To Perfect Your PCB Prototyping
Learn about the importance of prototyping printed control boards for product launches. Discover hand-built vs. SMT assembly methods and their advantages.
Automated Email Marketing with SendPulse
Email marketing is still one of the most important ways that online businesses generate leads and find new customers. However, this form of marketing can be time-consuming when it comes to putting together and getting out the information to your leads. While there have been many automation systems on the market, SendPulse has garnered considerable attention for the features that it offers. What is SendPulse? SendPulse is a platform designed to let you create, oversee, and send out email newsletters, SMS messages, and texts along with web-push notifications without having to learn HTML or complicated software. The system itself is designed so that you can drag-and-drop the information in the…
How to Lock Down Your Cloud
In September 2017, credit reporting firm Equifax revealed that the social security numbers and addresses of as many as 143 million of its American customers were compromised in a security breach, according to CNN. This revelation follows other major security breaches from leading reputable businesses including Yahoo, LinkedIn, and Target. The vulnerability of the data held by such major companies shows that all organizations must take cloud data security seriously.
Things That Determine the Speed of VPN Services
One of the most important and common aspects people consider before subscribing to VPN service is speed. Practically, people hardly prefer to select a slower VPN service no matter how secure it is. Let’s take a look at the major aspects that influence the speed of a VPN service. With knowing it, it will be more easier for you to pick one of top speedy VPN service.
Enjoy Efficiency and Punctuality with SMS Valet Systems
With a great percentage of the world technology savvy, hundreds of valet companies are taking to their advantage the fact that people know how to use mobile phones. Gone are the days when you would hand the valet your car keys and get a ticket from them in return. Thanks to technology, there are now professionally developed text based SMS valet systems that allow valet customers to check in and request their cars via text message. Basically, SMS valet solutions take advantage of smartphone technology by allowing valet customers to give their vehicle attendants a cellphone as an alternative to paper ticket. The valet is then expected to send a…
Autonomous Vehicles and a New Wave of Disruption
There’s been a lot of talk about self-driving cars over the last few years, but the US Senate has finally announced that it will pass legislation clearing regulations and restrictions for manufacturers, in essence providing a clear path to putting driverless cars on the road.
Sleep And Sound Gadgets: Which Noises Are Your Friend?
Earplugs were my go-to solution for interrupted sleep, until tinnitus became a “thing.” Who knew that a single pitch, whistling like an arrow through your brain, could rob a person of sleep? A friend suggested I get a white noise machine, but the constant wall of sound was too much for me. There had to be middle-ground somewhere.
