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Expansion and contraction can cause things to crack, as in the weathering of rock. They can cause a bi-metal strip to bend and straighten, which phenomenon is used in some thermostats. Expansion can cause the roadway of a bridge to buckle, so gaps have to be left. Obviously they cause the thread in a liquid-in-glass thermometer to get longer and shorter.
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Bellows in steam pipes are used for what?
Bellows in steam pipes are used to absorb thermal expansion and contraction of the pipe material due to temperature changes. They allow for movement and flexibility, preventing stress and potential damage to the piping system. Additionally, bellows can accommodate misalignment and vibrations, ensuring the integrity and longevity of the steam piping infrastructure.
What support methods are used in a water tube boiler?
In a water tube boiler, support methods primarily include the use of structural steel frameworks to securely hold the boiler in place, ensuring stability during operation. Additionally, thermal expansion joints are incorporated to accommodate the expansion and contraction of materials due to temperature changes. Insulation is applied to minimize heat loss and protect surrounding structures. Finally, water tube boilers often utilize advanced monitoring systems to track performance and maintain safety.
Can a valve be installed at the end of steam expansion loop?
Yes. The expansion loop is only there to take up the thermal expansion of the pipe run, installing a valve will not impede the action of the loop.
Why is a throttling valve called an expansion valve?
It is not.. A globe , needle , ball valve are used for throttling For expansion either a shock absorber , diaphragm tank or air chamber are used to allow for expansion
What to do about turbine rotor differential expansion?
my LP turbine differential expansion increase ,when rated gland steam temperature maintain.
What is the antonym for contraction?
Expansion is the antonym for contraction.
Do you agree that expansion and contraction only cause problems?
No, we use expansion and contraction to tell temperature(thermometer).
What are the release dates for Expansion and Contraction - 1903?
Expansion and Contraction - 1903 was released on: USA: January 1903
What does an expansion tank do?
Allows for expansion and contraction of various systems
Why do railway lines have gaps in them?
to allow for the thermal expansion or contraction
What the opposite of Contraction?
The general opposite of contraction is expansion, or possibly inflation. For muscles, the opposite of contraction is relaxation.
What is the opposite of expansion?
The opposite of expansion is contraction. For an activity where expansion is simply an increase, the opposite can be reduction.
What is opposite of expansion?
The opposite of expansion is contraction. For an activity where expansion is simply an increase, the opposite can be reduction.
What do you call the expansion and contraction of the arterial walls that can be felt in all the arteries near the surface of the skin?
The expansion and contraction of the arterial walls is the pulse.
What is the difference between contraction and expansion?
Contraction refers to a decrease in size or volume, while expansion refers to an increase in size or volume. In the context of economics, contraction can refer to a decrease in economic activity like during a recession, while expansion refers to a period of economic growth.
What does Expansion and contraction do to rocks?
Expansion and contraction can cause rocks to crack or break apart. When rocks heat up, they expand, and when they cool down, they contract. Over time, this cycle of expansion and contraction can weaken the rock and lead to weathering and erosion.
At what temperature do the combined effects of contraction and expansion produce the smallest volume of water?
Water has its smallest volume (for any given mass) at 4 degrees Celsius.
