What was oil originally used for? Settlers used oil as an illuminant for medicine, and as grease for wagons and tools. Rock oil distilled from shale became available as kerosene even before the Industrial Revolution began. What was oil used for in the 1860s? Oil was known to exist here, […]
What is a HIC test?
What is a HIC test? Hydrogen Induced Cracking (HIC) test is used to assess the susceptibility of carbon and low alloy steel material to hydrogen induced cracking in wet H2S/sour service operating environments mostly found in the Oil & Gas industry. How is HIC testing performed? HIC test method– NACE […]
What can I do instead of the military?
What can I do instead of the military? 5 Alternatives To The Military #1. Four-Year College. #2. Vocational Training and Community College. #3. Americorps. #4. Peace Corps. #5. Other Volunteer Work. What jobs are similar to the Army? Emergency and uniform services Aid worker. Development worker, humanitarian aid worker, relief […]
Does Russia have its own GPS?
Does Russia have its own GPS? GLONASS. GLONASS (Globalnaya Navigazionnaya Sputnikovaya Sistema, or Global Navigation Satellite System) is a global GNSS owned and operated by the Russian Federation. The fully operational system consists of 24+ satellites. What navigation system does China use? BeiDou Navigation Satellite System The second generation of […]
Are bamboo products organic?
Are bamboo products organic? A: While bamboo fabric is natural and produced ethically and sustainably, it is not certified organic. It is, however, breathable and absorbent, regulating temperatures and wicking away moisture from the skin. The material is also biodegradable, UV protective, and most importantly, soft to the touch. Are […]
What is the range of a UAV?
What is the range of a UAV? Based on the altitude NATO type 10,000 ft (3,000 m) altitude, up to 50 km range. Tactical 18,000 ft (5,500 m) altitude, about 160 km range. MALE (medium altitude, long endurance) up to 30,000 ft (9,000 m) and range over 200 km. HALE […]
Is it worth getting a Harvard MBA?
Is it worth getting a Harvard MBA? Was an HBS MBA worth it? It was 100\% worth it. For many of us, giving up two years of income is the largest cost of pursuing an MBA. What GPA is required for Harvard MBA? 2. Don’t focus solely on test scores […]
Are wireless hard drives worth it?
Are wireless hard drives worth it? With a wireless hard drive packed away, you can offload any photos or videos you take onto the drive in minutes. It’s great if you’d prefer not to pay for a cloud service and need extra space in a pinch when travelling. Of course, […]
Who is Pirate King before Gold Roger?
Who is Pirate King before Gold Roger? An unknown character or a group named Rocks/Rox is mentioned by Garp in chapter 907. More than 40 years ago, Rocks/Rox was extremely prominent and defined an era that lasted until Gol D. Roger’s rise to prominence as the Pirate King. Is Roger […]
What are the disadvantages of post weld heat treatment?
What are the disadvantages of post weld heat treatment? If PWHT is performed incorrectly, or neglected altogether, residual stresses can combine with load stresses to exceed a material’s design limitations. This can lead to weld failures, higher cracking potential, and increased susceptibility to brittle fracture. Why pre and post treatment […]
Was Hegel genius?
Was Hegel genius? It is even said that on his deathbed Hegel declared that there was only one man who had understood him—and he had misunderstood him. With the possible exception of Heidegger, Hegel is far and away the most difficult “great philosopher” I have ever studied. There was much […]