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Report: Parts Availability for General Motors’ 6.2-Liter V8 Becoming Major Issue

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Some have argued that the connecting rod bearing caps are still being made with nodular cast iron that simply wasnt up to snuff. According to The Drive , General Motors cannot supply enough components for service centers to repair busted L87 motors. liter V8 was encountering similar problems.

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RF Safety Lab Ensures Wireless Gadgets Meet Safety Standards

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Nerve stimulation and power density tests measure the instantaneous effects on a persons nervous system. Although small, it is connected via a wire to a monitor, which the surgeon can view during the procedure. SAR testing measures the amount of RF energy absorbed by the human body from a wireless device.

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These Companies Were the Patent Powerhouses of 2024

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This includes companies that supply specific parts, like engines. Computer Software : These companies develop firmware and applications for personal devices and other computing systems. In the patent scorecard, organizations are ranked by their Pipeline Power, accounting for both the quality and quantity of their patents.

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We’re Charging Our Cars Wrong

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Grounding is exactly what it sounds like: a direct physical connection to the earth that provides a path for electric current. If the ground connection in an electric car charger is broken or compromised, the charge port must have a backup solution. Equipment may also be damaged or even sabotaged.

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This Man Made the Modem in Your Phone a Reality

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The teacher assigned a crystal radio project, he recalls, but wrapping a wire around a tube from toilet paper and connecting the wire to a crystal wasnt that exciting to me. There were hundreds of connections that I had to solder up. and chipping in US $5,000 each to rent an office and buy computers and office supplies.

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How to Modify a Toyota Supra A90: Quick and Easy Build

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Adjust and Secure the System Slip-fit connections allow for fine-tuning, but after a few heat cycles, the system may need tightening. Install the AWE Exhaust The AWE Tuning system features 304 stainless steel construction, a patented drone-canceling technology, and five-inch black diamond tips. So a very high quality clear coat.

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Historic “Electric City” to Host EVA Annual Meeting & Awards

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You do not want to miss this fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow EVA members, cheer their achievements, and enjoy a delightful evening in the historic Proctor's Theater. Our celebration will be held in Schenectady, the historic hub of the electrical industry.