Storage battery history traces roots to 18th century
The article surveys the storage battery’s origins from 1745 experiments by Maas(se)nhro(c)k to 1850 Plante’s practical cell and beyond. It notes key figures Volta Davy Grove Wheatstone Faure Brush and early grid and antimony developments, linking past work to modern automotive and radio batteries.
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Maossehenbrock
Volta
Gautherot
Davy
William Grove
Wheatstones
Plante
Gaston Plante
Faure
Brush
Volkner
Iss
Australia
Dangers of Rich and Weak Carburator Mixtures
A historical note explains how overly rich mixtures cause oil dilution and carbon buildup, while too weak mixtures raise exhaust valve temperatures and cause valve pitting. It warns against add‑on devices and stresses reliance on factory carburation and expert service.
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Automotive Department
Vacuum Oil Company Pty. Ltd
Wales
Earlaretier
All Welded Tanker Described and Benefits Noted
The article explains the all welded tanker built to transport Tex protects. It describes steel plates joined by welding, claiming higher capacity and efficiency, with cost considerations for welding versus riveted construction. The text notes an electric welding process and extensive welding wire usage compared to rivets in ordinary ships of similar size.
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Efrie
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