Baseball caps were first made of straw in the US. The modern style was adopted by the Brooklyn Excelsiors in the 1860s. The Detroit Tigers were the first to put their mascot on their cap in 1901. Clear-billed caps were introduced in 1895 but never became official. Women’s caps were one-size-fits-all in the 1940s and […]
Swim caps are worn by recreational and competitive swimmers to keep hair out of the face, protect hair from chlorine or sea salt, and reduce body heat loss. They come in silicone or latex, are stretchy, and fit different head sizes. They can tear easily and may not keep hair completely dry. Designer swim caps […]
Capacitor banks are groups of identical capacitors used to correct power factor lag or phase shifts in AC power supplies. Capacitors store energy and have fixed capacitance measured in farads. Capacitor banks are used in heavy industrial environments to counteract power factor lag, making the power supply more efficient and cost-effective. However, caution must be […]
Drip stoppers prevent excess liquid from spilling out of bottles while pouring and returning them to an upright position. They are made of elastic materials and can be used for pouring stock, condiments, and juices. They can be found in wine and liquor stores or kitchen and cooking stores. As a handy device built to […]
A pile cap is a reinforced concrete slab that evenly distributes the load of a group of foundation piles. It can also refer to caps placed on wooden posts to protect them from rot and birds. Piles are used as foundations for buildings with poor soil quality or steep slopes. The construction of a pile […]
Bearing caps hold the main bearings for a crankshaft and piston rods in place in an engine block. Proper machining and clearances between the bearing and the crankshaft are crucial for engine performance. Main bearing caps are machined as a unit in a process called line grinding. A bearing cap can be described as a […]
Cap screws are fasteners used to secure machine parts and other objects. They have a large head and a cylindrical shaft with an external thread that matches the internal thread of a tapped hole. Cap screws come in different sizes, types, and materials, and generate high clamping force when tightened. They can be made of […]
An axle cap seals the hub on a floating axle during towing, preventing oil from leaking out and protecting wheel bearings, oil seals, and wheels. Without it, oil loss can cause burned bearings, seals, and dirty wheels. Axle covers are made from various materials and can include oil fill access plugs and multiple bolt patterns. […]
Replacing the distributor cap and spark plug wires is easy with just a Phillips screwdriver and some labels. Replace the rotor too, and make sure to maintain the order of the spark plug wires. Install the new wires by following the same order as the old ones. It is very easy to change the distributor […]
Cap and trade is a government system to reduce emissions of pollutants, assigning companies credits for the amount of pollutants they could emit. Companies that produce more pollution than allowed can trade or buy credits from companies that produce less. However, the additional cost of buying credits is passed on to consumers, making it controversial. […]
Emissions limits set a maximum amount of pollutants that can be produced. Caps and trades system allows companies to trade credits to meet emissions targets. Monitoring emissions is expensive and can be difficult to enforce. Emissions caps encourage innovation and competition. An emissions limit is a government standard that sets the maximum amount of a […]
The cervical cap is a barrier method of contraception that fits around the cervix and prevents sperm from entering the uterus. It has a high failure rate but is portable, reusable, and hormone-free. It needs to be fitted by a doctor and used with spermicide. It cannot be used during menstruation and may need to […]
Cap Barbell is a popular weight manufacturer in the US, offering a wide range of exercise and strength equipment, including dumbbells, barbells, benches, and over 600 other products. The company serves both individual and corporate buyers and is known for its free weights and gym weight benches. Cap Barbell is a popular weight manufacturer and […]
Electrolytic capacitors use an electrolyte solution as a conductor to increase surface area and store more charge than standard capacitors. The anode is a thin foil with an oxide dielectric layer, while the cathode is an electrolyte solution and film. They are used in power filters and can self-heal with regular use, but can also […]
Capacitor X is a filter capacitor that regulates circuits and stores electrical charge. It is wired in parallel and can cause a surge in current if overloaded. Capacitor Y disposes of excess electric charge and is connected to a source ground. Capacitor X is used to regulate DC devices and filter noise or RFI. A […]
Filter capacitors absorb and store electrical charges to remove voltage and signal spikes in electronic circuits. They are typically placed across a load or as a path to ground and come in different types including electrolytic, ceramic, and tantalum. They are used to overcome hurdles such as DC ripple, audio interference, and switch-induced arcing. Different […]
Filter capacitors absorb and store electrical charges to remove voltage and signal spikes in electronic circuits. They are typically placed across a load or as a path to ground and come in different types such as electrolytic, ceramic, and tantalum. They are used to remove DC ripple, audio interference, and switch-induced arcing. Different types of […]
Drip caps are used to redirect rainwater from windows, doors, and roofs. They can be made of various materials and can be both functional and decorative. Installation is easy, and homeowners should consider the design’s compatibility with the overall architecture of the home. Gutters are projections placed on the outside of buildings to help redirect […]
Cap crimpers are tools used to connect pyrotechnic fuses to detonators for explosive charges in mining, construction, and military demolition. They are made of non-ferrous metals to prevent sparking and apply enough pressure to complete the crimp without damaging the cap. Detonator crimpers are single-use or multi-tools with a cap crimp attachment. Pyrotechnic fuses are […]
The Phrygian cap, a red, conical hat, was worn in ancient Anatolia and later became a symbol of freedom during the French Revolution. It was given to manumitted slaves in Rome and is still used as a symbolic device in art and on seals and flags of various countries. The Phrygian cap is a hat […]
