Category: Idle Chatter

Things today are more different than they first appear.

Originally published 9/1/21. Almost everyone was exposed to Ohm’s Law during their school years. This basic and often overlooked law…

Checking the hydraulic pressure in a braking system.

Originally published 8/25/2021. During the intake stroke the cylinder can be filled in a chaotic way or an orderly manner.…

What does a new John Deere lawn tractor and health insurance have in common?

Originally published 8/18/2021. Machinery is inanimate and does not have feelings and emotions as living things do. Yet, their operation…

There is more to the story than just pulse width.

Originally published 8/11/2021. Engines are getting smaller and yet their horsepower is increasing even when they are not turbocharged. The…

Does anyone today know what a female fitting is?

Originally published 8/4/2021. Advanced control systems are employed all around the farm. Be it either a grain bin, sprayer, planter,…