Why do stuffing box applications require some leakage?

What will be an ideal response?


A small leakage is necessary to assist in lubrication and to cool the shaft to ensure maximum wear.

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When looking at a solenoid with an oscilloscope, what event occurs when the injector is switched off?

A) Voltage spike B) Diode ripple C) Voltage drop D) Decreased resistance

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The capacitors in a the feedback network of a Colpitts oscillator are C1 = 0.22 ?F and C2 = 0.022 ?F. If the inductor is equal to 1.1 mH the output frequency of the oscillator is

A) 9.75 kHz B) 33.9 kHz C) 7.45 kHz D) 3.41 kHz

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Where does one come across balloon frame construction these days?

What will be an ideal response?

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Fluteless spiral pointed taps are used to tap:

A) Nuts B) Tough materials C) Holes in sheet metal D) Deep holes

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