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The Clapper is a sound-activated electrical switch, [1] sold since 1984 by San Francisco, California based Joseph Enterprises, Inc. Joseph Pedott marketed the clapper with the slogan "Clap On! Clap Off! The Clapper!". [2] The Clapper plugs into a U.S.-type electrical outlet, and allows control of up to two devices plugged into the Clapper. [3]
Ellacombe apparatus for six bells. The Ellacombe apparatus is a mechanism devised for performing change ringing on church bells by striking stationary bells with hammers. It does not produce the same sound as full circle ringing due to the absence of Doppler effect as the bells do not rotate, and the lack of a damping effect from the clapper after each strike.
See also References Further reading External links A acidulate To use an acid (such as that found in citrus juice, vinegar, or wine) to prevent browning, alter flavour, or make an item safe for canning. al dente To cook food (typically pasta) to the point where it is tender but not mushy. amandine A culinary term indicating a garnish of almonds. A dish served amandine is usually cooked with ...
The product: The Clapper The price: $24.95 plus $6.95 shipping and handling for a total of $31.98. The claims: It turns up to two plug-in lights or equipment on and off with claps. The Buy-o-meter ...
The first extrusion cooking machine was the expanding pelleting machine from Wenger Mixer Manufacturing from 1954. Its first mentioned use seems to be with Purina in 1957, which developed extruded food for dogs, monkeys, and fish.
Plucking is accomplished by using the thumb and forefinger to force the clapper head into the casting while the bell is on the table with the handle toward the ringer, producing a staccato tone. [19] Shaking is accomplished by rapidly ringing the bell back and forth so the clapper strikes the front and back of the casting in quick succession ...
I’m all for cooking as efficiently as possible, but don’t bake multiple pans of cookies at once. Your oven’s heat can’t circulate as well with multiple sheet pans that impede airflow. Also ...
Tip 5: Never forget dessert. As you’re juggling vegetables, meats, and sauces, don’t forget the best part of dinner: the dessert. Since your oven will be crowded on the actual holiday ...