“A tool is an extension of a person’s hand” be it a hacksaw or a screw gauge, there are several tools that enable us to do a variety of different tasks. Having the right tool at the right time can save a person lots of effort, time, and money.   Today we’ll see about the 17 tools you would frequently use as a Mechanical engineer.         And talking about tools, here are the 17 must-have tools for a Mechanical engineer: Vernier Caliper Measuring tape Angle grinder Hammers Chisel Hacksaw Wrench / Spanner Allen / Hex keys Screwdriver Spirit level Try square Plier ..read more

This is a 3 axis or a 5 axis CNC machine! You might have heard someone saying this. Ever wondered what is meant by 3, 4, or a 5 axis CNC machine?  Well, you have come to the right place, this is The Mechanical post and today we are going to discuss the different CNC machine axes. You can download the PDF on Different CNC machine axes at the end of this article. This article is written by Peter Jacobs from CNCmasters.com These people are in business since 1990 so you know that you’re learning from the experts. More about the author at the end of the article. Introduction  Millin ..read more

 Today at The Mechanical post we’ll be looking at a type of advanced manufacturing process called “Abrasive water jet machining” and “Water Jet Machining” and the differences between the two.   Let’s begin by understanding What is water jet machining and how does it work? and after that, we’ll discuss its advantages, disadvantages, and applications.   Get your copy of the PDF on water jet machining at the end of this article. So without further ado let’s start!   Table of Contents What is Water Jet Machining? Working principle of WJM Construction of Water jet machine Wor ..read more

Pumps are being used for a variety of applications be it in your automobile to the ones being used for industrial applications.    Out of them, centrifugal and reciprocating pumps are the most common names. Also as, a Mechanical engineer, you must have come across the words “Centrifugal pump” and “Reciprocating pump” a number of times.   Have you ever wondered, what is the difference between a centrifugal pump and a reciprocating pump?   This is exactly what we are going to answer in today’s article.   Get your Free copy of the PDF on the difference between a centrifug ..read more

The market is flooded with cars of so many different shapes and sizes. Therefore, it’s important to categorize it. Out the ways to classify cars, the simplest one is to classify the types of cars based on their body style.   This is The Mechanical post and today we’ll see about the Different types of cars available in the market, be it an SUV or an Estate car along with their names.   Get your copy of the PDF on Types of cars at the end of this article.   Types of cars  Sedan  Estate car / Station wagon Hatchback Coupe Microcar Limousine Convertibles / Cabriole ..read more

The tool a mechanical engineer comes across almost every day is the Micrometer screw gauge along with the Vernier caliper. Hence, knowing about the micrometer screw gauge and how to use it, is important.  This is The Mechanical post and today we would be learning about the parts of a screw gauge, how to use it, formulae and calculations of micrometer, and much more.   Table of Contents What is a Micrometer screw gauge?  Parts of micrometer screw gauge Frame Anvil Spindle Sleeve/Barrel Thimble Ratchet Locking nut Main scale  Circular scale Fun Fact: Least Coun ..read more

Are you looking for gift ideas for mechanical engineers or mechanical students? You’re at the right place. This is The Mechanical post and today you would be reading about the 9 best gifts for mechanical engineers in 2021.   Being a mechanical engineering student myself, I can relate to this and thus have prepared a list based on the things we use in our day-to-day life or find it helpful as a mechanical engineering student. Be it for a birthday gift or for a special occasion the list has something for everyone. A mechanical engineer loves practical things, so why not gift them one? &n ..read more

As Mechanical engineers, screws are a day-to-day part of our lives, we are surrounded by screws, and hence it is important to know about them. Be it from a ceiling fan to the smartphones or machines we use, they are almost everywhere in this modern world.   Today you would be reading about screws, terminology of screw threads, and types of screw threads.   Download your PDF on Screw thread terminology and its types at the end of the article.   Table of Contents What is a screw? Screw thread terminology Do you know? Types of screw thread profiles 1. V threads 2. Whitworth th ..read more

What are boiler mounting and accessories? are both of them the same? If no, then what is the difference between boiler mountings and boiler accessories?   All of these questions answered in today’s article at The Mechanical post. Also, get your copy of the PDF on the difference between boiler mountings and accessories at the end of the article.   What meant by boiler mounting? Boiler mountings are the devices that are essential for the smooth and safe working of the boiler. They and are mounted onto the boiler, hence, the name “boiler mounting”. A boiler cannot work without boiler ..read more

Do you know what do a link of roller chain, robotic arms, and tie rod of roof truss have in common? They all have knuckle joints.   This is The Mechanical post and today you would be reading about What is a knuckle joint? its construction, advantages, disadvantages, and applications.   Get your copy of the PDF on Knuckle joint at the end of the article.   What is a knuckle joint? A knuckle joint is a temporary joint used to connect 2 rods subjected to tensile loads. The joint permits angular misalignment between the rods in the same plane. A knuckle joint is also called a “For ..read more