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    One of the overlooked factors in wind power is the duration of a fault. Until the rotor comes to a complete stop - regardless of whether...
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    Gr8blu replied to the thread Project Globalization.
    The point I was getting at is that your "improvement" is based on a specific group of data inputs. The data that you get is related to...
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    Gr8blu replied to the thread Project Globalization.
    1. How far away can the subject be before facial recognition is compromised? 2. What happens if the subject is not directly facing the...
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    Gr8blu replied to the thread Poor Power Factor.
    A couple of questions to be sure we understand what you're asking: 1) Is the filter acting on the drive output (between drive and motor...
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    Subtransient reactance impacts the ability of a generator to work as much like a utility as possible so system loads can work normally...
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    Gr8blu replied to the thread power factor issue.
    The value of the correction is dependent on load. If your caps are on (with welder and/or grinder operating), the utility sees a...
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    To program Alstom relays, you typically use Alstom's Micom software, which allows you to configure the relay's settings, protection...
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    Gr8blu replied to the thread roast my resume.
    As part of the tailoring process, you might want to quantify how good your solutions were for a given issue. As an example - the very...
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    All your listed equipment manufacturers in the original post are Japanese or Chinese. I would start by seeing what the Japanese national...
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    In my experience, it is not time in service that equates to a specific title - with the exception of EIT (engineer in training). If...
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    Most non-North American manufacturers use the IEC standards as their basis, with some national exceptions/additions. The Japanese have...
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    Gr8blu replied to the thread LO/TO - remote circuit breaker.
    Not sure - but the AHJ might be a bit sticky on remote lockout because the requirement is for BOTH lock out AND tag out. That typically...
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    Gr8blu replied to the thread RPM range for air duster/blower.
    The air pressure requirement is going to depend (a LOT) on the kind of snow and the amount of snow. Think about how hard it is to move...
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    From what I have encountered, the biggest difference between being an engineer with this type of background while engaged in EPC...
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    Gr8blu replied to the thread VFD Configuration.
    I have to assume you did not order the machines yesterday, based on your expected delivery time frame. What should have happened is...

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