True Power
By Terry Bartelt
Students read about the concept of true power and view examples of how it is dissipated as heat is provided.
Hydraulic Color Code Circuit Example
In this animated and interactive object, learners use a color code to understand the operations of a hydraulic circuit. A brief quiz completes the activity.
Elements of Machine Vision
By Craig Hemken
Learners examine the basic elements of a machine vision system. A short quiz completes the activity.
The PLC Examine-Off Instruction
In this animated object, learners examine the operation and programming requirements of a PLC Examine-Off instruction. A brief quiz completes the activity.
Sensitivity Adjustments of a Capacitive Sensor
In this animated object, learners study the effects of making sensitivity adjustments to a capacitive sensor.
Transistor Fundamentals: AC Coupling Capacitors
By Patrick Hoppe
Students view the design and function of an ac model for a transistor circuit.
Transistor Fundamentals: AC Model Equations
Students view the equations used to determine the ac parameters of the transistor circuit.
Truth Tables (Screencast)
Instructions on how to use and construct a truth table for digital devices are provided.
Armature Reaction
By Terry Bartelt, Terry Fleischman
In this animated activity, learners study how the magnetic field of an armature can distort the DC motor's main magnetic field. A brief quiz completes the object.
Parallel Circuit Analysis Practice Problems: Circuit #9
In this interactive object, learners solve for total resistance and current, the current through each resistor, the voltage across each resistor, and the power dissipated by each resistor.
Current Divider Rule Practice Problems
In this interactive object, learners review the CDR and work nine problems. Immediate feedback is given.
Top Bender - Interactive Operator's Control Panel
By Dave Hoffman
In this interactive object, learners follow steps to program and operate the Ercolina Top Bender.
Pneumatic Air Conservation
By Terry Bartelt, Stephen Schneider
In this animated activity, learners read about air loss in a pneumatic system and ways to reduce the leakage. The object includes audio.
Lathe Project: Straight Diameters - Gear Spindle
By Kelly Curran
This project gives a drawing with steps to complete the activity.
Norton Tool and Cutter Grinder Construction
In this learning activity you'll explore a Tool and Cutter Grinding machine and its components.
Kirchhoff's Current Law - Parallel Circuits
In this learning activity you'll explore Kirchhoff's Current Law and view examples of its application.
The Hydraulic Cylinder
In this animated and interactive object, learners examine the basic parts and the linear movement of a hydraulic cylinder. A brief quiz completes the activity.
Hydraulic Brake Valves
The operation of a hydraulic brake valve, including the internal components, is presented using animations.
Limit Switches
In this animated object, learners examine the basic types of limit switches and how they are used.
Full-Wave Rectifier
Students examine the full-wave rectifier. They review appropriate formulas and examples of actual circuits.
High-Low Speed Drive Adjustments
Learners examine the circuitry in a DC variable speed drive that prevents the motor from running at 0 rpm or at maximum speed under certain conditions.
Lathes: Three Wire Method for Measuring Screws
This document is a visual and text description of the three-wire method for measuring screws for use with a lathe.
The Torque of an Induction Motor
By Terry Fleischman
The learner will examine how torque is developed in an induction motor.
Series-Parallel Circuit Analysis Practice Problems: Circuit 9
Learners examine a series-parallel circuit and solve 14 problems related to voltage, current and power. A help screen is provided.
Pulse Train Fundamentals: Practice Problem #1
In this interactive object, learners determine the pulse width, period, duty cycle, and frequency of a waveform.