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Bells and Belfreys for Ship Models

[ad_1] Since the 15th century, ship’s bells have played both a practical and symbolic role in the life of naval vessels and their crews. All good ship models must have a bell on board. All really good ship models should also have an ornate belfry – depending on the era of the ship model. There is documentary evidence that at least one English royal vessel, the Rodcogge de la Tour, 1414, had a brass bell “to mark the watches of the sailors”. Other mentions of the shipboard […]

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Domestic Electrical Installation

[ad_1] Domestic electrical installation is the assembly of associated electrical equipment supplied from a common point of origin to fulfill a specific purpose and having certain coordinated characteristics. Power cables must be correctly fitted with plugs and sockets. The cable should be as short as possible and should be unreeled before use. Power consumption is normally given in Watts or Kilowatts (1 Kilo watt = 1000 watts). If the total demand exceeds 3.3 Kilowatts (3300 watts) or 13 amps, then you will need a brand new circuit […]

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Non-Violent Beekeeping for the Natural Beekeeper

[ad_1] Our first encounters with honeybees were long ago, most likely in Africa. Someone discovered – probably simultaneously – that these tree-dwelling insects produced a sweet, sticky substance unlike any other, and that they had stings in their tails. When fire became portable, someone else discovered that smoke caused bees to become more amenable to robbing. Some time later, a more settled tribe found that they could house bees in baskets or pots, which saved them the trouble of climbing trees to get the honey, and the […]

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Impeller Logs and Compasses

[ad_1] Sailing and navigation…Measuring Direction and Distance For Measuring distance at sea, the old type of log that gave us the knot as unit of speed has long since given way to more sophisticated mechanical and electronic devices. Walker logs One of the oldest is the Walker log. This uses a torpedo-shaped spinner a few inches long towed behind the boat on a length of braided line. As it moves through the water, spiral fins on the torpedo make it spin, twisting the line. The on-board end […]

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Craftsmanship: the Meaning of Life

[ad_1] "Manage more, supervise less." – Bryce's Law When I got into the work force back in the mid-1970's it seemed everyone dressed in a suit and tie, drank black coffee, smoked their brains out, and worked their butts off. Today, golf shirts have replaced suits, herbal tea and bottled water have replaced coffee, nobody is allowed to smoke, and rarely does anyone work beyond 5:00 pm. More importantly, we used to care about the work we produced; there was a sense of craftsmanship, regardless of the […]

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The Top 8 Must Have Qualities of Reliable Roofing Companies

[ad_1] Although, generally, a great roofing is able to maintain its look and efficacy between 10 years, it does fade out later on. In some cases, you will see bubbles on top, warps, and cracks. And if you don’t mind, the cracks and breaks will lead to leakage, which can cost more to repair. Of course, the level of repair needed depends on the type of damage. If the damage is too bad that it is not feasible to improve or refurbish, then you’d need to buy […]

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Paintless Dent Repair – The Truth, Myths and Misconceptions

[ad_1] PDR, a better repair! First let me start by explaining what PDR or Paintless Dent Removal is for those of you out there that have never heard the term. PDR is conceptually simple, put simple it is the process of removing damage from an automotive body panel without the need for sanding, grinding, body-fillers or painting (hence the term Paintless). The process of removing damage to vehicles without then need for painting is actually not new at all, though industry folk lore varies from tale to […]

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Industrial Product Designs For New Inventions

[ad_1] Product design typically refers to the process of an effective generation and evolution of ideas which leads to the invention of new advanced industrial products. Those who are engaged in product design conceptualize certain ideas and make them tangible by inventing new products through a systematic approach. Today, there are several digital tools that enable these industrial designers to communicate, conceptualize, and then evaluate concepts in a much more convenient and quicker way. Although product design and industrial design are often used interchangeably, it basically refers […]

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Dollhouse Kits – Materials Needed to Build a Dollhouse

[ad_1] If you've recently ordered a dollhouse kit, you are probably anxious to get started! While you are waiting for your kit to arrive, now is a great time to get all the materials you will need together. Your kit includes all the wood needed to build your dollhouse, but you will need some tools to assemble and paint it, decorate the interior, and add any embellishments that you might want. You will want to organize a workstation big enough to fit your dollhouse and a few […]

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Early Childhood Development and the Benefits of Wooden Jigsaw Puzzles

[ad_1] The American Academy of Pediatrics defines early childhood as the ages between one and five years, encompassing the toddler and pre-school periods. Early childhood development occurs rapidly and is widely recognized as extremely important in setting the foundation for future learning, including the social, cognitive, and motor skills needed to handle the demands of pre-school and kindergarten. During these formative years, parents and other caring people in their lives, have the ability to enhance this development by wisely choosing activities that stimulate and challenge their minds. […]

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