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Automated Paint Processes

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Paint automation is a way to improve the overall quality of a product, while cutting costs. It can significantly reduce the amount of paint used, since a robot doesn’t get tired or distracted. This can be particularly helpful in manufacturing plants where labor is scarce. In addition to increasing throughput, automation can help reduce...
We're at the Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show, home to Silverstone Auctions' sale on Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 November. Here are some of our favourite lots A Silverstone Auctions sale has long been a cornerstone of the annual Classic Motor Show at the NEC in Birmingham and 2022's running is no exception. Taking pride...
Yesterday’s announcement from Andretti and Cadillac that they intend to submit an entry to compete in Formula 1 is expected to be the first of several. An F1 spokesperson said yesterday there is “great interest” in the series at the moment. However it is unlikely any new teams will arrive before 2026, when F1 will...

How a Hydraulic Clutch Works

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A hydraulic clutch works by pushing fluid down a hydraulic line to a slave cylinder mounted on the engine. The slave cylinder works much like a disc brake’s caliper. When the driver presses the clutch pedal, the clutch plate engages. As the pressure plate begins to rotate, the flywheel begins to rotate as well. When...
Mercedes-Benzhas issued a recall alert for nearly 324,000 vehicles because their engines can stall suddenly at speed. The problem has an odd cause — water accumulating in the spare tire well. We’ll explain. The recall covers many M-Class and GLE SUVs: 2012-2014 ML 550 2012-2015 ML 350 2012-2015 AMG ML 63 2015 ML 250 2015 ML 400 2016 GLE 450 2016 GLE...