Electronic instrument clusters, originally designed for spacecraft, are now found in many vehicles. They allow drivers to monitor engine function and vehicle speed without taking their eyes off the road, but can be costly to repair. An electronic instrument cluster uses digital gauges and is found on a vehicle’s dashboard. A standard instrument cluster is […]
An instrument supervisor manages and maintains electrical instruments in various sectors, supervising employees, delegating tasks, and reporting to upper-level management. They require extensive training and knowledge of instruments, management and team building skills, and must create budgets and manage projects. Continuing education is necessary to stay current with technology trends. An instrument supervisor works to […]
The Museum of Instruments is a collection of over 1,000 instruments located at the Royal College of Music in London. It includes instruments owned by famous musicians and composers and oddities such as the contrabassphone. The museum is largely based on donations and assignments and is open to the public for free four afternoons a […]
To become an instrument maker, specialize in one type of instrument and consider enrolling in a lutherie school or apprenticing to an experienced maker. Learning on your own is the hardest path. Playing the instrument well is important, and knowledge of materials is crucial. If you have significant experience playing a specific instrument and have […]
Handle top tools are conventional locksmithing and blacksmithing tools with a handle for use with heavy mallets and in extreme temperatures. They come in different handle styles and materials, including wood and steel, and are available as single items or in sets with accessories like mushroom ends. A handle top tool is any conventional locksmithing […]
Cornell University researchers created a miniature guitar using crystalline silicon, 10 microns long with six strings about 100 atoms wide each. It can be played with miniature lasers using an atomic force microscope and produces a 40 megahertz signal. The guitar was created to publicize nanotechnology. It’s said to be the world’s smallest musical instrument, […]
Debt instruments are financial obligations that commit the issuer to repay the debt according to agreed terms. Examples include bonds, Treasury bills, certificates of deposit, and trade papers. They allow for the transfer of debt ownership and generate income for creditors while protecting investments. Certificates of deposit and bonds offer modest returns, while trade documents […]
Instrument makers create either musical or technical instruments. Musical instrument makers build instruments for general use or to a musician’s specific standards, while technical instrument makers work with scientists and engineers to create tools for specific needs. They construct and repair instruments using various materials and test them for effectiveness and reliability. An instrument maker’s […]
An instrument technician repairs electronic or pneumatic equipment and provides regular maintenance. To become one, you need a high school diploma and an associate’s degree in instrumentation technology. On-the-job training is necessary, and some employers require a bachelor’s degree for management positions. Certification is available after two years of experience. An instrument technician is a […]
Negotiable instruments are documents that promise to pay a fixed sum of money to the bearer, enabling trade without the need for in-person transactions. Examples include checks and promissory notes, and legal consequences apply if the instrument is not honored. A negotiable instrument is a document that includes a promise to pay a fixed sum […]
