Rough cut capacity planning is a technique used by manufacturing companies to test the viability of their manufacturing production schedule (MPS) before production begins. By comparing required resources to available resources, companies can modify their MPS or add resources to meet production goals. This process helps reconcile management goals with the capabilities of those doing […]
Cooling capacity is the measure of how quickly heat is removed from an interior space. It is rated in BTUs per hour and is related to the size of the space. Air conditioning units are often the biggest energy consumers, so manufacturers have adopted efficient practices and independent groups verify these claims. The Air Conditioning, […]
Nameplate capacity is the maximum power rating for various facilities, such as chemical and power plants. It refers to the theoretical maximum production or electricity generation under ideal conditions. Dispatchable plants calculate without external factors, while intermittent energy sources are calculated under ideal circumstances. The term originated from physical nameplates on generators and is used […]
Capacity management is the process of balancing efficiency and customer satisfaction in a business operation. It can refer to the overall function of a business or specific areas, such as IT or production. It is necessary for companies to remain competitive and maintain customer loyalty. Capacity management is a process or method designed to identify […]
Absorptive capacity is a method for organizations to process new information and apply it to their benefit. It was created to encourage personalized R&D and has since been broadened to include realized and potential absorptive capacity, as well as acquisition, assimilation, transformation, and exploitation. However, its usefulness is limited by the ability and resourcefulness of […]
Machine capability is determined by various parameters, including raw material capacity, production speed, and maintenance time. Manufacturers prioritize machine capability to avoid capacity gaps and delays in production. Carrying capacity, production speed, and private machine capability analysis are crucial for optimal machine functionality. Machine capability is determined by multiple capability parameters for a single piece […]
Capacity planning balances production resources, labor, and final production to meet consumer demand and increase profits. The process varies by industry, but involves adjusting production quantity based on anticipated demand and using strategies such as adding capacity, meeting increased demand as it occurs, or incrementally increasing capacity. Capacity planning is any strategy used to identify […]
Breaking capacity is the maximum number of amperes or volts that a circuit breaker can break. A switch should have a high enough breaking capacity to interrupt the maximum possible current and voltage in a system to prevent damage to electronics or a building. Fuses and circuit breakers work on the same principle, but a […]
Breaking capacity is the maximum number of amperes or volts that a circuit breaker can interrupt. It is important to use a switch with high enough breaking capacity to avoid damage to electronics or buildings. Fuses and circuit breakers work on the same principle, but circuit breakers can be reset. The breaking capacity of a […]
Bladder capacity varies by age, gender, and health. Incontinence can cause fluid leakage before the bladder is full. A urologist can evaluate and treat decreased bladder capacity. Children and older adults have lower capacity, while women have smaller bladders due to internal genitalia. Underlying diseases like interstitial cystitis can also reduce bladder elasticity. Tests can […]
The first Ferris wheel, designed by George Washington Gale Ferris, could hold 2,160 people in 36 cars and stood 264 feet tall. It was completed in just over four months and earned over $725,000 during its six-month run at the 1893 Chicago World’s Fair. The Ferris wheel was created to compete with the Eiffel Tower […]
Native capacity is the physical space on a storage device, while compressed capacity is the amount of data that can be stored after compression. Native capacity is important for worst-case scenarios and pre-compressed files. Usable space is reduced by file name and size information, and there are two forms of measurement: decimal and binary. When […]
Capacity optimization reduces storage needs and costs by archiving data, compressing it using lossy or non-lossy methods, and identifying redundancies through deduplication. It can increase compression ratios up to 20:1 and is used in WAN scenarios to improve transmission efficiency. Capacity optimization consists of different and often complementary methods of both archiving data and reducing […]
Forced Vital Capacity (FVC) measures how much air someone can forcefully exhale after taking a deep breath. It is an important indicator of lung health and is measured during spirometry. Athletes and larger people tend to have higher FVC readings, while those with conditions like COPD and asthma have lower readings. Low FVC readings may […]
Bearing capacity determines how much weight soil can support, affecting the choice of foundation and overall limitations of a structure. Geotechnical engineers can provide assessments, and soil tests may be required. Weak soils can threaten structural integrity, requiring deep foundations. Results are kept on file and may be publicly available. Bearing capacity is a determination […]
Heat capacity (C) is the input of heat energy (Q) required to raise the temperature (T) of a substance by 1°C. It varies for different substances and quantities. Molar heat capacity is per mole, specific heat capacity is per gram. Heat capacity is used in engineering and meteorology. It does not account for phase changes, […]
Capacitance meters measure the potential capacity of capacitors and come in various sizes and types. They work by measuring the capacitance, or ability to store an electric charge, of a capacitor. Capacitors come in different sizes and require specialized capacitance meters for accurate readings. A capacitance meter is a specialized piece of test equipment. It […]
Impaired capacity is a defense used in criminal cases to argue that the defendant did not have the full capacity to understand their actions. It is not a plea of insanity and can result in a reduced sentence. The defense admits the commission of the offense but argues that the defendant’s state of mind was […]
Total antioxidant capacity (TAC) measures the ability of antioxidants in food to fight free radicals. However, factors such as location and absorption affect TAC, making it difficult to rank foods accurately. The oxygen radical absorbance capacity (ORAC) scale is considered the most reliable, but individual differences in absorption and chemical reactions make TAC vary from […]
Capacity planning is the process of balancing resources, production facilities, labor, and final production to meet consumer demand while increasing profits. It involves adjusting production quantity based on anticipated demand and can be approached through a master, lag, or matching strategy. Capacity planning is any strategy used to identify the amount of production required to […]
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