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Electrical Substation – Types and Components

Manish Kumar Saini
Manish Kumar Saini
Updated on 20-May-2024 7K+ Views

In electrical power systems, electric power is generated, transmitted, and distributed in the form of alternating current. The electrical power is generated at a power generating station which is located far away from the consumer's load. The generated power is then transmitted and distributed through an electrical network to the load ends. But it is also important to note that power is generated at a lower voltage, transmitted at a higher voltage, and distributed at a lower voltage again. This voltage variation is for many technical and economic reasons. For changing this voltage at many locations in the power system, ...

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Difference between Coaxial and Optical Digital Audio Cables

Manish Kumar Saini
Manish Kumar Saini
Updated on 07-Aug-2023 3K+ Views

Coaxial and optical digital audio cables are widely used for transmission of digital audio signals between electronic devices. However, they are absolutely different from each other in terms construction, transmission method, and many other characteristics. The most fundamental difference between coaxial and optical digital audio cables is in their transmission method, i.e. coaxial digital audio cables use copper conductors for transmitting digital audio signals, while optical digital audio cables use optical fibers to transmit digital audio signals. In this article, we will explore all the major differences between coaxial audio cables and optical digital audio cables along with their ...

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Difference between Communication and Transmission

Pranavnath
Pranavnath
Updated on 18-Jul-2023 2K+ Views

Communication and transmission are two key components of viable data trade, but they regularly get befuddled with one another. Whereas both include the exchange of data from one point to another, they have unmistakable contrasts that can affect the victory of communication. Understanding these contrasts can offer assistance to people and organizations to create more compelling communication methodologies and make strides in their general communication aptitudes. In this article, we will investigate the contrasts between transmission and communication, counting their definitions, key highlights, and illustrations. We will talk about the significance of viable communication and the role of transmission in ...

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Difference Between Regulated and Unregulated Power Supply

Vineet Nanda
Vineet Nanda
Updated on 26-Apr-2023 8K+ Views

In the world of electronics, power supply plays an essential role. It provides the necessary power for electronic devices to function correctly. The power supply can either be regulated or unregulated. Both regulated and unregulated power supply has its advantages and disadvantages, and it's essential to understand the difference between them to make an informed decision on which type of power supply to use. What is Regulated Power Supply? Regulated power supply is a type of power supply that provides a constant output voltage despite variations in input voltage, load current, and temperature. The regulated power supply has an active ...

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Difference Between SIMM and DIMM

Kiran Kumar Panigrahi
Kiran Kumar Panigrahi
Updated on 22-Feb-2023 6K+ Views

SIMM and DIMM are types of memory modules which are designed to eliminate the use of Dual Inline Package (DIP) chips because the installation of DIP chips is difficult. The basic difference between the two is that SIMM has only one side that is usable at a time because it has only one set of connector, whereas DIMM has different usable pins at each side. Read this article to learn more about SIMM and DIMM and how they are different from each other. What is SIMM? SIMM stands for Single In-Line Memory Module. SIMM is a type of memory module ...

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Difference between Arc Welding and Gas Welding

Kiran Kumar Panigrahi
Kiran Kumar Panigrahi
Updated on 11-Jan-2023 13K+ Views

Welding is a process of melting and joining different types of materials together. There are several types of welding processes available that are used based on the types of materials being joined or melted. Two most extensively used types of welding are arc welding and gas welding. The fundamental difference between arc welding and gas welding is that arc welding uses electric current to produce heat for joining of metals, while the gas welding uses flammable gases to produce heat for welding process. Read this article to learn more about Arc Welding and Gas Welding and how they are different ...

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What are the differences between Thunderbolt and USB-C?

Bhanu Priya
Bhanu Priya
Updated on 17-Mar-2022 764 Views

Let us understand the concepts of Thunderbolt and USB-C before learning the differences between them.USB-CIt is an industry-standard connector for transmitting the two information and force on a solitary link. It includes another, littler connector shape that is reversible so it's simpler to connect. USB-C links can convey essentially more force, so they can be utilized to charge bigger gadgets like PCs.Most electronic gadgets, for example, PCs and other PC gear will incorporate at any rate one standard USB Type-A port, so any reasonable person would agree that USB connectors have been around for quite a while. Littler gadgets like ...

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Submerged Arc Welding: Process, Advantages, Limitations and Applications

Manish Kumar Saini
Manish Kumar Saini
Updated on 17-Mar-2022 6K+ Views

What is Submerged Arc Welding?Submerged arc welding (SAW) is a welding process that involves the formation of an electric arc between a continuously fed electrode and the workpiece to be welded. The process of submerged arc welding was developed by the Linde-Union Carbide Company.SAW requires a continuous fed of consumable solid or flux cored tubular electrode. In case of submerged arc welding, the molten weld and the arc are protected from the atmospheric contamination by being submerged under a blanket of granular fusible flux consisting of lime, silica, manganese oxide, calcium fluoride and other compounds.A simplified schematic diagram of submerged ...

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Resistance Heating: Types, Advantages, and Applications

Manish Kumar Saini
Manish Kumar Saini
Updated on 17-Mar-2022 20K+ Views

What is Resistance Heating?When the heat is produced by passing electric current through the resistance of a conductor, it is called electric resistance heating (ERH). This method of electric heating is based on the principle of I2R loss. If ‘P’ is the electric power developed in the heating circuit and ‘t’ is the time in seconds. Then, heat energy produced is given by, H = 0.24 pt CaloriesThe power P depends upon the magnitude of current through the circuit. The source of electric supply can be AC or DC of any suitable voltage and frequency.The major applications of the resistance ...

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Plasma Arc Welding: Working Principle, Advantages, Disadvantages and Applications

Manish Kumar Saini
Manish Kumar Saini
Updated on 17-Mar-2022 6K+ Views

What is Plasma Arc Welding?Plasma arc welding (PAW) is a welding process in which the electric arc is formed between an electrode and the workpiece. The electrode used in the plasma arc welding is usually but not always made of sintered tungsten. The process of plasma arc welding was discovered by Robert Merrell Gage in 1957.By positioning the electrode within the body of the welding torch, the plasma arc can be separated from the shielding gas envelope. Then, the plasma is forced through a fine-bore copper nozzle which constricts the arc and the plasma exits the nozzle orifice at high ...

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