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  2. Bathtub curve - Wikipedia

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    The bathtub curve is a particular shape of a failure rate graph. This graph is used in reliability engineering and deterioration modeling. The 'bathtub' refers to the shape of a line that curves up at both ends, similar in shape to a bathtub. The bathtub curve has 3 regions: The first region has a decreasing failure rate due to early failures.

  3. Pressure-balanced valve - Wikipedia

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    The pressure-balanced shower valve compensates for changes in water pressure. It has a diaphragm or piston inside that reacts to relative changes in either hot or cold water pressure to maintain balanced pressure. As water pressure drops on one supply line, the valve reduces the pressure in the other supply line to match.

  4. Plumbing - Wikipedia

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    The pipes were hollowed-out logs which were tapered at the end with a small hole in which the water would pass through. [23] The multiple pipes were then sealed together with hot animal fat. Wooden pipes were used in Philadelphia, [24] Boston, and Montreal in the 1800s. Built-up wooden tubes were widely used in the US during the 20th century.

  5. Thermostatic mixing valve - Wikipedia

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    These are single Outlet Thermostatic Mixing Valves, often called "thermostatic faucets", "thermostat taps" or "thermostat valves". Designed for single point applications, such as individual showering, hand wash basin mixers, bath or tub fillers; High level protection against scalding and thermal shock

  6. 5 Items From the 1970s That Are Worth a Lot of Money - AOL

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    Instead, it conjures up images of vinyl records and toys still made from metal. Find Out: 12 Best Things To Sell at a Pawn Shop For Extra Cash Discover More: 8 Rare Coins Worth Thousands That Are ...

  7. Isolation valve - Wikipedia

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    An isolation valve is a valve in a fluid handling system that stops the flow of process media to a given location, usually for maintenance or safety purposes. [1] They can also be used to provide flow logic (selecting one flow path versus another), and to connect external equipment to a system. [2]

  8. 4 predictions for the US housing market in 2025, according to ...

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    Zillow predicts the US housing market will keep shifting in 2025.. The real-estate firm says the average home value rose by 2.6% annually in October. It says homebuying activity should pick up ...

  9. Losing muscle may increase risk of developing dementia - AOL

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    Sarcopenia is linked to an increased risk of dementia, a new study finds, but suggests that older adults may reduce this risk by exercising and consuming adequate protein.