machine

A machine is a physical system using power to apply forces and control movement to perform an action. The term is commonly applied to artificial devices, such those employing engines or motors, but also to natural biological macromolecules, such as molecular machines. Machines can be driven by animals and people, by natural forces such as wind and water, and by chemical, thermal, or electrical power, and include a system of mechanisms that shape the actuator input to achieve a specific application of output forces and movement. They can also include computers and sensors that monitor performance and plan movement, often called mechanical systems.
Renaissance natural philosophers identified six simple machines which were the elementary devices that put a load into motion, and calculated the ratio of output force to input force, known today as mechanical advantage.Modern machines are complex systems that consist of structural elements, mechanisms and control components and include interfaces for convenient use. Examples include: a wide range of vehicles, such as automobiles, boats and airplanes; appliances in the home and office, including computers, building air handling and water handling systems; as well as farm machinery, machine tools and factory automation systems and robots.

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    machine for cutting porcelain tiles

    I found some cheap porcelain tiles at b&q only £9 a metre. They are about 5 to 7mm thick and printed and glazed with an almost matt finish. I'm not a pro and this is a one off bathroom job about 18 sqm. I need advice on the best tool for cutting these tiles without breaking the bank. I...
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    Grouting machine?

    I remember seeing an Italian firm demo'ing a grouting machine at the Tile and Stone show last year and was wondering if anybody hires them out? Pretty nifty piece of kit but for large floors only. It looks like a giant old lawn roller if i remember correctly! Got to grout this modular slate...
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    • grout grouting machine tile grout usa
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    washing machine

    got a kitchen floor to do tomorrow, and they want it tiling under the washing machine, so need to remove it on my own, ooch my back! how easy is it to diconnect pipes, do they have isolator taps on them and quick release connectors ???
    • burncross
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    washing machine

    i'v got a small kitchen floor to tile -3 m2- with 300 x 300 porc on to a wooden floor, which i'm going to over board with hardibacker. they want the area under the washing machine tiling, but i'm a bit concerned the grout may crack or tiles may loosen when the machine is bouncing all over the...
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    Washing Machine!!

    Hi, i have just been asked to tile a utility floor,how does a washing machine affect the fixing and grout over time!!
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    grinding machine for stone

    does any tilers in manchester have a grinder machine for stone, marble etc or does it all time
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