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The Secret Life of Components

Season 1 · 8 episodes · Mar 3, 2021

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    Episode 1

    Chain and Belts

    Mar 3, 2021

    Explores chains and belts, including demonstrations of different types of roller chain, round and toothed belts

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    Episode 2

    LEDs

    Mar 10, 2021

    LED history, brightness and color, use in diorama, addressable LED strips, and power LEDs for home lighting

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    Episode 3

    Hinges

    Mar 17, 2021

    An overview of different types of hinges and their usage around the home and in machinery.

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    Episode 4

    Switches

    Mar 25, 2021

    An overview on how electrical switches work, and how to use microswitches for sensing and power switching in projects.

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    Episode 5

    Springs

    Apr 1, 2021

    Explores springs, their manufacture, properties, and several different types of springs with their use cases

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    Episode 6

    Connectors

    Apr 8, 2021

    A wide variety of connectors are shown and their operation explained, including their benefits, drawbacks and how they may be used in equipment

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    Episode 7

    Glue

    Apr 15, 2021

    Explores different types of glue, their properties and uses

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    Episode 8

    Bearings

    Apr 22, 2021

    A wide variety of bearings, bushes, and races are explained with their uses and properties including materials and lubrication