The Evolution of Hydraulic Power

Tech Today

The first known use of hydraulic power was as early as the 18th century, when William George Armstrong created a rotary engine. Armstrong also discovered the “Armstrong effect” – a charge in high-pressure steam that escapes from a boiler. He later created a hydraulic crane with a reciprocating ram by adapting an existing crane to utilise water as a source of power. The new hydraulic accumulator he created would accomplish several goals. Image credit Once a simple way to move a statue, hydraulic systems became…

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How is Cross Infection Prevented in Medical Practice?

Lifestyle

A cross infection is the transfer of harmful microorganisms from one person to another, between pieces of equipment, or inside a body. Cross infections can cause serious illness and even death, and the symptoms vary depending on the source and the part of the body infected. The first symptom of a cross infection is fever. These infections can be very serious and have been the subject of recent media coverage. In order to prevent such infections, medical practitioners use special techniques to keep people, equipment,…

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A time of the organised crime

Lifestyle

From 1920 to 1933, the USA took a bold move. The Government decided that alcohol was a social illness and it needed to be removed from the country as soon as possible. Alcohol was not conducive to the North American way of life. It confused the brain and slowed productivity. It meant people had time off work or weren’t productive. It was ungodly, and it created a huge amount of health care issues. It would have kept those in  Care Jobs Stroud way, or anywhere…

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The Importance of Having a Business Plan

Business Basic

A business plan is crucial in a number of ways. It should outline your financial, strategic, and operational objectives, as well as any social/environmental issues you intend to address. You also need to outline what your team’s experience is and who your target audience will be. Having a business plan will ensure that you have a clear understanding of where your business stands in the market, and how it will set your company apart. Image credit First, creating a business plan will help you think…

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What is a Good Gift for a Bar Mitzvah?

Lifestyle

If you have been invited to celebrate a Bar Mitzvah, you might be wondering what is a good gift for such an important coming of age occasion. Image credit Jewish-themed gifts are always popular, but the average Bar Mitzvah boy already has a lot of them. A gift based on the Jewish faith can be a hit or miss. Religious gifts for boys are less exciting than fun gifts for older children. A replica of the Beit Hamikdash can be a meaningful gift that will…

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Choosing a New Mobile Phone

Tech Today

When it comes to choosing a new mobile phone, technology is advancing so rapidly it can feel as though we are swept away by the amount of choice out there! Choosing a new phone that is right for you can be confusing – there is the technical jargon to wade through and on top of that the many different contracts and tariffs that are on offer that can make choosing your new phone a minefield! Image Credit After all, you don’t want to be paying…

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