enow.com Web Search

Search results

  1. Results from the WOW.Com Content Network
  2. Split pin - Wikipedia

    en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Split_pin

    A split pin (UK usage) / cotter pin (UK/USA usage) holding a rod in place with a washer. A split pin, also known as a cotter pin, or cotter key in the US, [1] is a metal fastener with two tines that are bent during installation, similar to a staple or rivet.

  3. Go equipment - Wikipedia

    en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Go_equipment

    Go equipment refers to the board, stones (playing pieces), and bowls for the stones required to play the game of Go.The quality and materials used in making Go equipment varies considerably, and the cost varies accordingly from economical to extremely expensive.

  4. Washer (hardware) - Wikipedia

    en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Washer_(hardware)

    Wave washers A washer with a "wave" in the axial direction, which provides spring pressure when compressed. Wave washers, of comparable size, do not produce as much force as Belleville washers. In Germany, they are sometimes used as lock washers but they are less effective than other choices. [a] [8] Split washer or spring lock washer

  5. Go (game) - Wikipedia

    en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Go_(game)

    Go is an abstract strategy board game for two players in which the aim is to fence off more territory than the opponent. The game was invented in China more than 2,500 years ago and is believed to be the oldest board game continuously played to the present day.

  6. Speed nut - Wikipedia

    en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Speed_nut

    When the fastener is tightened, the base of the nut, which is arched, elastically deforms and applies a force to the fastener, which locks it from loosening under vibrations. [ 1 ] There are many different types of speed nuts, mostly dependent on the shape of the nut, how it attaches to the workpiece, and what type of screw can be used.

  7. Positive locking device - Wikipedia

    en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Positive_locking_device

    A positive locking device is a device used in conjunction with a fastener in order to positively lock the fastener. This means that the fastener cannot work loose from vibrations. The following is a list of positive locking devices: [1] A split beam nut; A castellated nut and a split pin; A hex nut or cap screw and a tab washer

  8. Rail fastening system - Wikipedia

    en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rail_fastening_system

    For fastening flat-bottomed rails, an upper-lipped washer can be used to grip the edge of the rail. They are more resistant to loosening by vibrations and movement of the rail. [21] They are thought more effective than spikes and screws and so are used in positions such as switch (point) tieplates [22] and on sharp curves. [23]

  9. Fastener - Wikipedia

    en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fastener

    Typical fasteners (US quarter shown for scale) A fastener (US English) or fastening (UK English) [1] is a hardware device that mechanically joins or affixes two or more objects together. In general, fasteners are used to create non-permanent joints; that is, joints that can be removed or dismantled without damaging the joining components. [2]