What Washer to use? More options that you thought...

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The discussion centers around a video that explores various types of washers, their applications, and the reasoning behind their use. Participants express admiration for mechanical engineering, highlighting the design features that prioritize safety, such as the use of shear studs to protect the main chamber during pump failures. There is a humorous remark about the washers potentially being lost in orbit, suggesting a light-hearted take on the challenges of mechanical assembly. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding washer types in engineering contexts. The video serves as an informative resource for those interested in mechanical components.
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A video that covers a multitude of washer types, where to use them and why. Rather well done.



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Great video!

I am constantly amazed at mechanical engineering. The guys would specifically call for mounting studs that would shear off the bolts before destroying the main chamber in case of a catastrophic pump failure.

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Those washers holding these down are likely in orbit as we never found them.
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nsaspook said:
Those washers holding these down are likely in orbit as we never found them.
Perhaps embedded in the ceiling?
 
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