Close-up of different types of power cables
Posted inElectronics

The Different Types of Power Cables: Choosing the Ideal Power Cable for Your Application

Electricity is all around us. Electrical systems are quite complex and consist of many different parts that vary based on where in the world you are. This can cause inconvenience to laypeople and pose a risk to people who work with electricity. For that reason, understanding the different types of cords used to transfer electricity can save time, money and frustration. There’s a wide range of power cables, each of which is used for specific or multiple applications. I’ll explore the different types of cables, their uses and their history.

Close-up of industrial wireless audio transmitter and receiver
Posted inAudio & Video Electronics IT Equipment

A Beginner’s Guide to Wireless Audio Transmitters and Receivers

Wireless technology has largely replaced wired communication systems in just about every imaginable field. It’s what makes mobile phones and signals bouncing off your router a possibility. But the internet and mobile telephony are just the tip of the iceberg where the principles of wireless communication have been implemented. Less obvious are the complex systems of industrial control and monitoring processes, that until recently relied on hard-wired systems, consisting of cumbersome lengths of cables and controls units. Going wireless has reduced costs for many businesses, simplified operations, increased functionality, and put security at the forefront.  

diamond drill bits
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Everything You Need to Know about Diamond Drill Bits

Looking for drill bits but confused by all the types? There are a few factors to consider when you want to drill that perfect hole. The most important is the type of materials you are drilling into. This leads to drill bits sourced from different materials, and in varying diameters and lengths. The bits can also be coated when you need extra strength and durability when drilling into especially hard surfaces. And you also have to ensure that the drill fit fits the drill, with or without the right accessories.

Close-up of engine conrods and pistons
Posted inAutomotive

Everything You Need to Know about Engine Conrods

Looking to inject new life into a tired engine? How about doing some mods? The engine internals is the first place to look if you’re after any substantial performance gains over what you’ve currently got. Changing out pistons, connecting rods, and crankshafts are the precursor to insane fun, both on the track and the road. This entails that you’ve already tweaked the engine for better air intake and exhaust, swapped out the injectors, maybe bolted on a turbo, and changed the timing profile on the cams. And any changes also imply an ECU tune to get everything in balance.

Orange Mustang rc drift car
Posted inToys

The Whats and Hows of RC Drift Cars

There’s something incredibly fun in throwing a car sideways around a racetrack with the front in oversteer and wheels pointing in opposite directions on the turn. This is drifting. Drivers use the throttle, brakes, clutch and just the right amount of steering input to get the rear wheels to lose traction and thrust the car into hairpin turns or doughnuts at speed. Drifting might not be the fastest way around a racetrack, but a drift car in the right hands comes close. Here you’re looking at rear-wheel-drive manuals with limited-slip differentials and coilovers. Or the likes of Nissan Skylines and Silvias, Toyota Supras, and Mazda RX7s and what started the whole drifting craze, back in 1990s Japan.  

Must-Have Snowboarding Gear and Tips That will help you go from Beginner to Pro
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Must-Have Snowboarding Gear and Tips That will help you go from Beginner to Pro

You’ve seen it on TV and maybe even talked about it with your friends. But what does snowboarding really involve? Similar to mountain biking, most people probably have a fuzzy idea of this action-packed, adrenaline-inducing sport that involves hurtling down a hill at breakneck speed with just one plank of wood between you and an icy death drop. If you want to learn more about this unique winter activity, let me help you with some crucial snowboarding tips. Below you will find some pointers that will help you hit the slopes like a pro while minimizing the risk of injury along the way.

Rocket Model Ship
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Model Rocket Building: A Great Hobby for the Whole Family to Enjoy

In the fast-paced grind of the everyday 9 to 5, there’s little time to unwind by sharing precious moments and experiences with loved ones. As busy as life gets, hobbies allow you to slow down and take a break for a bit. They nurture your creativity and allow you to build new skills. They also establish new relationships with like-minded people or grow those that already exist.

Pruning for Tree Health & Safety
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Pruning for Tree Health & Safety

Trees are among the most beautiful living things on the planet. They can make any landscape look serene and alive. However, as lovely and majestic as they are, they require some maintenance to keep their lustre. Pruning is one of the best ways to keep your trees healthy and thriving.