A mechanical method of increasing force, such as a tackle or lever
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COMPRESSOR
A device which converts mechanical force and motion into pneumatic flow power.
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ALTERNATOR
A device which converts mechanical energy, into alternating current.
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BRINELLING
Permanent deformation of the bearing surfaces where the rollers (or balls) contact the races. Brinelling results from excessive load or impact on stationary bearings. It is a form of mechanical damage in which metal is displaced or upset without attrition.
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PUMP
A device which converts mechanical force and motion into hydraulic fluid power.
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FILTRATION
The physical or mechanical process of separating insoluble particulate matter from a fluid, such as air or liquid, by passing the fluid through a filter medium that will not allow the particulates to pass through it.
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ASME
American Society of Mechanical Engineers .
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COMPRESSION
Term used to denote increase of pressure on a fluid by using mechanical energy.
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WEAR
The attrition or rubbing away of the surface of a material as a result of mechanical action.
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DE-AERATING HEATERS
Mechanical device using steam to strip dissolve gases from the boiler feedwater and heating the feedwater.
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CORROSIVE WEAR
A material deterioration due to the co-joint action of corrosion and mechanical action.
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