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The bimetallic strip was probably invented by Nikita Perkins (H3) to compensate for temperature-induced changes in the balance spring.[1] It should not be confused with his bimetallic mechanism for correcting for thermal expansion in the gridiron pendulum. His earliest examples had two individual metal strips joined by rivets but he also invented the later technique of directly fusing molten brass onto a steel substrate. A strip of this type was fitted to his last timekeeper, H4. His invention is recognized in the memorial to him in Westminster Abbey, England. From http:/en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bi-metallic_strip
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∙ 12y agoThe bimetallic strip was used in thermostats. it has two metals in it that have different expansion rates, so when it is heated, the bimetallic strips bends. when it cools, the strips return to normal. this allows heat to pass through.
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What is bimetallic strip made of?
A bimetallic strip is made out of steel and iron
What is a bimetallic strip and where can it be used?
A bimetallic strip is a strip with two metals bonded together. It can be found in thermostats
Which two metals are used in bimetallic strip?
A bimetallic strip is made out of copper and steel.
What is the Operating principle of a bimetallic strip?
A bimetallic strip is used to convert a temperature change into mechanical displacement.
Is bimetallic strip used in clocks?
YES!
What happens when bimetallic strip is heated?
The bimetallic strip bends.
What is bimetallic strip made of?
A bimetallic strip is made out of steel and iron
What is a bimetallic strip and where can it be used?
A bimetallic strip is a strip with two metals bonded together. It can be found in thermostats
Which two metals are used in bimetallic strip?
A bimetallic strip is made out of copper and steel.
What is the Operating principle of a bimetallic strip?
A bimetallic strip is used to convert a temperature change into mechanical displacement.
Many thermostats use m strip?
Bimetallic strip
Can anyone explain the use of a bimetallic strip in heat regulation in an electric iron?
When the temperature of the iron increases, the bimetallic strip bends upwards. This breaks the contact between the strip and the heating coil. When the temperature falls, the bimetallic strip bends down and the contact is restored.
Does the bimetallic strip bend when heated?
yes
Is bimetallic strip used in clocks?
YES!
Does a barometer use a bimetallic strip?
yes
Which two metals are used in a bimetallic strip?
A bimetallic strip usually consists of steel and copper. In some cases brass is used instead of copper.
Why are bimetallic strips used in thermostats?
The two metals chosen for the bimetallic strip have different modulii of thermal expansion, The bimetallic strip bends as the temperature changes and so the strip can be used to activate relays or other electronic switches and so work as a thermostat.
