Close escape from exploding wind turbine

www.electronicsweekly.com | Jul 1, 2008

In the UK, objections to wind farms are often made on the grounds of aestheticism, the twisting blades spoiling otherwise perfect countryside views. Hmmm. IMHO this is just NIMBY-ism by another guise... However, wind turbines are far from perfect, as this video dramatically demonstrates.

http://www.electronicsweekly.com/blogs/engineering-design-problems/2008/07/close-escape-from-exploding-wi.html

Toro Cement Bowl Attachment

www.acppubs.com | Jun 15, 2008

A specially designed auger flighting inside the Cement Bowl keeps the material in the bowl during mixing. When the Cement Bowl rotation is reversed, this same auger design permits cement to be poured into fence postholes while the posts are in place, without the need to tip the bowl forward.

http://www.acppubs.com/article/CA6564669.html

Tip-Ex attracts innovations

www.roadtransport.com | Jun 6, 2008

With only Hino and BMC attending last month's Tip-Ex 2008 show, the lack of chassis manufacturer presence allowed tipper market suppliers to show off their innovations without being swamped by the major manufacturers.

http://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2008/06/06/130865/tip-ex-attracts-innovations.html

Jeep News - 35 mpg Jeep Patriot now comes with more shiny features

tsikot.yehey.com | Jun 4, 2008

, Jeepclick to enlargeA diesel-engined Jeep Patriot can go through six countries under the right circumstances. Jeep would like to remind you that even if youre not going on a lengthy journey, you can still enjoy the 35mpg (U.S.) vehicle. Why? Well, its apparently a bling

http://tsikot.yehey.com/?p=9348

Flight PDF Archive - flight at maximum all-up weight

www.flightglobal.com

flight at maximum all-up weight produces considerable deformation of the wing rooch, which dumps excess load the "soap box" sense, rather than the conventional aircraft sense. Dual full seat harnesses are provided. There is no seat adjustment.

http://www.flightglobal.com/PDFArchive/View/1982/1982/1982%20-%200066.html

Heimgartner Trailer system allows a driver to take his RV (motorhome or travel trailer) and boat

Our patented design has the lowest possible center of gravity, with the trailer wheels sitting on the truck bed. Using the theory of weight versus height, the lower the weight, the more load the unit can safely haul.

http://www.trailersystems.com/

The TruckNet® UK Drivers RoundTable :: View topic - What do I need?

trucknetuk.com

i see in some posts people talk of having all their stuff in a bag in their car..... what is essential ? I will be doing day stuff no nights out, but have so far collected a flask and mug, ordered a AA trucker map (coming 27th Jan ffs!!

http://trucknetuk.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=1146

Fixtureworks :: formerly Desota Cook

Our Quick Release Ball Lock Pins have a wide range of uses for both fastening and locating operations. They operate on a locking ball principle assuring secure and safe fastening. These positive locking pins will not release until the button on the handle is depressed.

http://www.bigskydistribution.com/