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  2. Far Lands or Bust - Wikipedia

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    Far Lands or Bust (abbreviated FLoB) is an online video series created by Kurt J. Mac in which he plays the video game Minecraft. The series depicts his journey to the "Far Lands", a distant area of a Minecraft world in which the terrain generation does not function correctly, creating a warped landscape. [ 1][ 2] Kurt has been travelling since ...

  3. Aircraft engine starting - Wikipedia

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    The Hucks starter (invented by Bentfield Hucks during WWI) is a mechanical replacement for the ground crew. Based on a vehicle chassis the device uses a clutch driven shaft to turn the propeller, disengaging as the engine starts. A Hucks starter is used regularly at the Shuttleworth Collection for starting period aircraft.

  4. Motor drive - Wikipedia

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    Motor drive. Motor drive means a system that includes a motor. An adjustable speed motor drive means a system that includes a motor that has multiple operating speeds. A variable speed motor drive is a system that includes a motor and is continuously variable in speed. If the motor is generating electrical energy rather than using it – this ...

  5. Motor–generator - Wikipedia

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    A motor–generator (an M–G set) is a device for converting electrical power to another form. Motor–generator sets are used to convert frequency, voltage, or phase of power. They may also be used to isolate electrical loads from the electrical power supply line. Large motor–generators were widely used to convert industrial amounts of ...

  6. Rotary phase converter - Wikipedia

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    A simple homemade phase converter. A rotary phase converter, abbreviated RPC, is an electrical machine that converts power from one polyphase system to another, converting through rotary motion. Typically, single-phase electric power is used to produce three-phase electric power locally to run three-phase loads in premises where only single ...

  7. Magnetic starter - Wikipedia

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    Contactor with overload relay. A magnetic starter is an electromagnetically operated switch which provides a safe method for starting an electric motor with a large load. Magnetic starters also provide under-voltage and overload protection and an automatic cutoff in the event of a power failure.

  8. Universal motor - Wikipedia

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    The universal motor is a type of electric motor that can operate on either AC or DC power and uses an electromagnet as its stator to create its magnetic field. [ 1] It is a commutated series-wound motor where the stator 's field coils are connected in series with the rotor windings through a commutator. It is often referred to as an AC series ...

  9. Woman, 102, who still works 3 days a week shares simple ... - AOL

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    July 8, 2024 at 6:03 PM. At 102 years old, Carolyn Baldwin embodies a spirit of positivity and purpose that inspires all who meet her. Her journey through life is a testament to her dedication and ...