Rectifier Problem

hi frnds.....................im in a big problem of solving an equation.can any one help me.....

1135.6sin(x-77.34)-145+2376.8e^(-.2247x)=0

where x is end commutation angle of rectifier..

Measuring Plastic threads on Parting Line?

We have a debate going on here at work. The debate involves measurement of thread. Some people are measuring 5 degrees off parting line so as to not include flash and some are measuring right on the flash. Any ideas or reason why it should be done either way is greatly appreciated.

Opening a PDF in the Correct Orientation

Hi all

When I do concept drawings, they are normally landscape and are printed from my CAD program using deskPDF. I then attach the PDF to an email. When these attachments are opened they always need to be rotated from portrait back to landscape. Is there any way to ensure they open in the co

Bubbles in Glass

we are operating 38 sq m amber glass furnace back fire regenerative type having bubbles problem we have all done as we can .like mr aikhh . ive read his problem .if anyone or Mr Aikhh may give better solution will be great help.

Ham Radio and Maker Culture

From Boing Boing:

In this editorial (PDF), CQ Amateur Radio editor Rich Moseson makes the connection between maker culture and ham radio traditions: "The spirit of figuring out how it works and making it work better (or do something completely different) is so ingrained in our cult

Aircraft Stand Classification

What is the Hazardous area classification for electrical equipments in the Aircraft stand? Ex,zone,category,gas group,equipment group etc..I mean where aircrafts are parked for fueling and charging. There is underground pop up Pit system for 400Hz power connection to Aircrafts, which is coming in fr

Need Information on Actuated "Joints"

Hi,

I'm designing rectangular structural elements which are subjected to impacts, and there are multiple elements arranged linearly. What is needed is "joints" which can be toggled to "connect" and "disconnect" element to another, by means of electrical actuation. (Clutches are for ro

How long is a RoHS Certificate Valid for?

I have received some RoHS certificates for products that I sell, which are dated.

Assuming that the RoHS laws dont change, then how long are the certificates valid for before I have to ask for new certificates, I have been told 2 years, 4 years and 5 years.

Which if any are right?

Sor

FRP Cooling Tower Fills Replacement

Is there any guideline for replacing the cooling tower fills? We have Cooling tower at clients place where the performance is not as per requirement.

When the cooling tower manufacturer was called in to check he recommend the replacement of fills, Client feels it is only 18 months old Cooling

Alternator PF

dear all,

why generating power plant operating at above 0.9 lag to below unity PF? why not operating in unity PF, leading PF or 0.8 PF?

Thanking you