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 Windscreen wiper -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Some automobiles have small 'windscreen' wipers/washers on the (A powerful light with reflector; attached to the front of an automobile or locomotive) headlights or wipers on the back window as well.
In 1921 the first British (An official document granting a right or privilege) patent for windscreen wipers was registered by Mills Munitions of (A city in central England; 2nd largest English city and an important industrial and transportation center) Birmingham, England.
However, the first designs of the windscreen wiper were actually credited to (additional info and facts about Józef Hofmann) Józef Hofmann, who curiously had no profession whatsoever in such an occupation - he was one of the most famous (A person who plays the piano) pianists of the 20th century.
www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/w/wi/windscreen_wiper.htm   (369 words)

  
 SGT Rock's Hiking H.Q. - Build a Better Windscreen
Windscreen height actually matters less than distance to the pot.
I found that a windscreen as tall as the bottom of the handles was better than a tall one because it maintained better air flow and weighed less.
I had an MSR stove and the windscreen material they uses is exactly the same.
hikinghq.net /sgt_stove/wind_screen.html   (832 words)

  
 MM Marketing Windscreen
This is a simple, nylon mesh windscreen (not unlike a bug screen you would cover your radiator with) which uses two-sided tape and velcro to attach to Miata seatbacks.
Windscreen mesh that attaches with velcro to the seatbacks
The windscreen itself is a nylon mesh material similar to that you find on your house windows, though a much thicker cross-section and heavier construction.
miatanet.com /products/wb/mmwind.html   (786 words)

  
 Windscreen
The “blimp” windscreens for shotgun microphones are an excellent example of three-dimensional application of the pop filter principle.  The blimp structure supports a taut fabric mesh which allows sound to pass freely while maintaining still air in the space surrounding the microphone.  This same principle can be applied to the parabolic reflector.
We know that the base of the conical windscreen must coincide with the rim of the parabolic reflector; therefore, the radius of the base of the cone must be 18 inches.  The angle of the section to be removed is simply:
The speaker grill cloth windscreen offers considerable additional wind attenuation.  Whereas on a windy day I would seek a better venue, now I put on the “fl” windscreen and get on with the recording.  In fact, “camo” over “fl” is a great combination for otherwise impossible situations.
home.att.net /~rsl/Windscreen.htm   (589 words)

  
 Signature Fencing! For portable event fence, outfield fencing, barricades & stanchions
Whether you are looking to screen off or delineate areas, control wind, provide additional privacy and security, or to provide a neutral background for sports and other activities, we have the perfect solution to meet your needs.
Our SuperScreen windscreen and privacy screen is the perfect choice for tennis courts, outfield fencing, work areas, storage sites, bleachers, and anywhere a durable and high quality screening material is required.
For all windscreens 9ft or more in height, a standard lacing lip will be sewn horizontally at the center of the screen along the entire length, offering greater stability and wind resistance.
www.signaturefencing.com /windscreen.html   (401 words)

  
 ///MZ3.Net - Clear Windscreen
The original straps I had received with the windscreen were solid Velcro with differing material on the two sides, the straps worked well for me but JD was concerned that the straps might not hold out well over time.
In regard to rearward visibility this is where the two windscreen designs differ the most, some will prefer the increased rearward visibility with the Clear windscreen, some will prefer the privacy and decreased visibility of the BMW windscreen.
The clear windscreen uses six Velcro straps to tie the windscreen to the front of the rollbars.
www.mz3.net /articles/137.html   (883 words)

  
 Small Windscreen For Ultralight Alcohol Stove   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Windscreen is cut from a sheet of aluminum and has about the same thickness as the sides of a soda can.
Soda can stoves burn very hot; to avoid damaging the windscreen, it should be kept at least a half inch away from all parts of the stove.
Windscreen is included with our Ultra-Light Alcohol Stove (item #2025), and probably will work with other soda can stoves as well.
www.trailquest.net /dlgcwscreen.html   (172 words)

  
 ///MZ3.Net - TopDown Windscreen
I used the factory windscreen, and was mildly satisfied with it; I then upgrade to this one.
TopDown's windscreen attaches to the roll hoops on the later model Z3's, on a total of 6 points, using Velcro-based fasteners.
This is the only windscreen that my wife doesn't mind driving around all day with the top down; her hair no longer swirls about.
www.mz3.net /articles/235.html   (560 words)

  
 Cheetah SST replacement windscreen
Finding a taller windscreen for this bike was a challenge, as we were told it's a difficult unit to produce.
Their Cheetah line of replacement windscreens are a bit taller so they provide added wind protection for sport touring and commuting riders.
The Cheetha windscreen is a fine choice for anyone heading out on a long trip or who rides in the cold of Winter.
www.motorsports-network.com /ProdTest/national/windtest.htm   (468 words)

  
 Homemade Canister Stove Windscreen @ Backpacking Light
Even those that claim to have integrated "windscreens" (which are really nothing more than small plates that keep wind from blowing out the flame, and do nothing to keep the flame focused on the pot), any wind stiffer than a very slight breeze (2-3 mph) will render a canister stove all but useless.
Since many users are paranoid about enclosing the entire stove with a full-wrap windscreen (because of the very real risk of canister overheating), options for a windscreen are pretty limited.
The windscreen is simply a rectangular piece that is about 1" longer than the pot's circumference with a cutout section to accommodate the pot handle (Figure 2).
www.backpackinglight.com /cgi-bin/backpackinglight/00041.html   (1172 words)

  
 The SLK Clear Windscreen
The Clear Windscreen was developed to solve the problem of having wind and gusts entering the cockpit, while affording a clear view of the road behind you.
The Clear windscreen will keep the cooled air in the cockpit and you will feel the comfort.
In the winter time, turn on the the heater and enjoy the warmth that stays in the cabin thanks to the Clear Windscreen.
roadster.8m.com /slk.htm   (261 words)

  
 GS Windscreen, profit from your terrace
"We" are GS Windscreen, an enthusiastic and innovative company and working with partners who are also motivated and adaptable, proud of our products and happy to prove this to you.
This can only be achieved with motivated and enthusiastic employees, who feel happy in their work and are confident that their ambitions can be fulfilled.
At GS Windscreen, you can depend on such an organisation.
www.gs-windscreen.nl /EN/EN-aangenaam.htm   (131 words)

  
 Dent Direct - Paintless Dent Removal and Windscreen Repair - Kent, UK.
Once a cars windscreen is damaged it will usually worsen with time, cracks can spread and chips may be deep enough to allow the ingress of dirt and moisture beneath the outer layer of a laminated screen.
The repair is carried out by thoroughly cleaning the damage then creating a vacuum over it in order to draw in an ultraviolet light sensitive resin.
Damage to the PVB layer of the windscreen such as dirt ingress or delamination.
www.dentdirect.co.uk /windscreen.htm   (240 words)

  
 Howard's 1 oz. Esbit Stove
Now quickly put the windscreen around the burning fuel tab and put the pot on the windscreen/tent stand assembly, carefully centering the pot inside the windscreen.
Make sure the windscreen is at the upper end of the pad so it can't fall out.
The windscreen / pot support is made out of a single 12 x 22 x 4 inch deep aluminum baking pan, (like you would use for roasting a turkey.) [0.010" thick aluminum.
www.kzpg.com /Backpacking/Stove/Howard's_Esbit_Stove_3.0.html   (2400 words)

  
 Windscreen P-Static
Being the smart pilot he is, Jerry discovered if he ran a wire from the OAT to a screw on the panel, the noise never occurred and he didn’t have to put up with the electrical shock.
The windshield "floats" in the channel that it lays in and is susceptible to picking up a heavy charge as the aircraft flies through clouds due to the fact the windscreen isn’t grounded to the airframe and the windscreen is plastic.
I’ve never found it to be the case but if an aircraft had just a wet compass attached to the windscreen there would be the possibility of the same problem occurring while flying in and around clouds.
www.avionicswest.com /articles/windscreenpstat.htm   (850 words)

  
 Jamaica Gleaner - For windscreen wipers - Thursday | March 15, 2001
Particularly in Kingston, the hordes of young windscreen wipers at street intersections have ranged from being an irritating nuisance to instances where they are a menace to motorists.
This latest initiative recalls that of the Newport West Police Station in recent weeks organising classes for young windscreen wipers on a regular basis.
According to the Prime Minister what is now being undertaken is an amalgamation of the agencies assisting street children and the creation of an executive board to co-ordinate the efforts.
www.jamaica-gleaner.com /gleaner/20010315/cleisure/cleisure1.html   (289 words)

  
 BMW K-bike Windscreen Spacer Stops Buffeting and Noise - webBikeWorld
If you own a BMW K100 or K75 motorcycle and you have the standard windscreen (BMW part number 46 63 2 303 245), you know about the incredible amount of buffeting and noise that you get from the air pouring off that screen and right onto your helmet.
One user is 6'4" and moving the windscreen forward made the buffeting worse for him.
It is a very simple, 5-minute job to unscrew the nuts on your upper windscreen attachments and screw in these spacers.
www.webbikeworld.com /BMW-windscreen/bmw-windscreen.htm   (982 words)

  
 Screencare, windscreen repair systems.   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
A new windscreen repair kit allows any driver to repair their own windscreens just like the professionals - without having to book an appointment and without having to wait for a repair service operator to turn up to do the work and charge at least twice as much.
Anyone who has ever spent the average amount of time on the road (10-12,000 miles a year) is likely to have suffered at least once from the extreme annoyance and enormous inconvenience of having a stone fly up from the road and chip their windscreen.
Even if the chip is not within the stautory area of the drivers safe vision, left unrepaired windscreen damage looks unsightly at best, and at worst, can seriously weaken the windscreen, thus remaining a potential hazard while driving at any time day or night.
www.screencare.co.uk /products.htm   (583 words)

  
 Skillbuilder Windscreen: Windscreens, Windscreen & Accessories,   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Windscreens serve to break up gusting winds and allow consistent, even air flow.
Windscreens give your field a professional appearance and increase playing pleasure by providing a consistent background and color.
Our windscreens are manufactured from a variety of the toughest fabrics available.
www.skillbuilder.com /baseballproducts/windscreen.htm   (518 words)

  
 Allglass Windscreen Replacement Limited
Allglass Windscreen Replacement Ltd have been involved in the supply and fit of Automotive glass to the wholesale and retail market for the past 15 years.
It is not always necessary to replace a damaged windscreen.
Allglass offers a windscreen repair service using the 'Glass Medic' sytem which is recognised as a world leader.
www.allglasswindscreens.com   (203 words)

  
 BackpackingLight.com Forum: Brunton Crux windscreen design question for Alan Dixon
The windscreen is not as effective as it could be at blocking wind and retaining heat but at least there is not much risk of over heating the canister.”
I use a windscreen that goes all the way from the ground to near the top of the pot.
The windscreen is partial cylinder that has a vertical gap (leeward side) to let heat escape, to let me control the stove valve, and to allow the pot handle to stick out.
www.backpackinglight.com /cgi-bin/backpackinglight/forums/thread_display?forum_thread_id=294   (1046 words)

  
 Collins Company: Tennis Court Supplies | Tennis Court Windscreen | Ball Machines
Choosing the ideal tennis windscreen or fence screen for your specific situation can be very confusing due to the fact that there are many types of tennis windscreen or fence screen available.
Collins Company has highly trained and qualified tennis windscreen and fence screen specialist that will assist you in determining the best tennis windscreen or fence screen for your exact needs.
We will then have our professional tennis windscreen and fence screen fabricators custom cut the tennis windscreen or fence screen in our factory to your specifications to provide a glove tight fit, whether its for your tennis court, to provide privacy, or to shade a patio.
www.collinscompany.com   (299 words)

  
 Universal Windscreen
This is only the windscreen without the mounting hardware.
This adaptor is needed to mount the A Series Universal windscreens to bikes with clip-ons.
Givi A756 Airstar Windscreen for the Honda 599
store.azmusa.com /unwin.html   (267 words)

  
 Windscreen & Wings
Next will come the Lexan (TM) and then a 3 piece aluminum backing frame that will be screwed through each layer to sandwich it all together.
They are rough cut at this point and all of the proper nuts/bolts are not installed.
There are a total of 8 brackets that will hold the windscreen in place.
users.mo-net.com /shirl/Daisy10.html   (658 words)

  
 Homemade Wind Screen
They have this trick of folding the ends over about 1/16" to prevent cuts and make the windscreen a little stiffer.
You find oven liners in grocery stores and stores like Wal-art where they sell disposable aluminum pans used to cook large meats like turkey.
Use the hole punch to make as many air holes around the bottom edge as you can.
www.backpacking.net /makegear/sgt-windscreen   (435 words)

  
 Faulty windscreen glass - "PERFECT GLASS" brand
I don't have the time nor space to repeat all of the bbs and e-mail messages here, but the gist of it is that the glass is too small in all dimensions.
"Perfect Glass" windscreen glass which has been procured from Moss Motors Ltd, U.S., or any of its distributors may be returned for credit or refund, or for exchange for better parts when available (at least up to one year from date of purchase, for their normal warrantee period).
They are currently attempting to procure order of MGA windscreen glass with the "TRIPLEX" brand name, which is much better quality and generally acceptable in every respect.
mgaguru.com /mgtech/faulty/ft006.htm   (1037 words)

  
 Amazon.com: Bodum Tabletop Barbecue Grill with Windscreen and Lid: Outdoor Living   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
The windscreen is made of stainless steel polished to a beautiful mirror-finish.
Enamel coated barbecue with windscreen makes this portable tabletop grill perfect for burgers or steaks, as well as chicken, or roasts.
Handy windscreen allows for larger meats and is ready for use with a rotisserie device.
www.amazon.com /exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B0000630MT?v=glance   (575 words)

  
 Privacy Slats, windscreen, chainlink fence, aluminum fence, ultraguard, your fencing needs, FenceWholesale.com
Windscreen or privacy screen is a fabric which is installed on to your chainlink fence.
Our slats are available in 3 - 12 foot lengths and are available in fl, gray, white, maroon, brown, light blue, tan, hunter green, and dark blue.
A common use for windscreen is around a tennis court.
www.fencewholesale.com /Privacy_Slats_&_Windscreen.html   (194 words)

  
 Reducing Buffeting and/or Improving Wind and Weather Protection
Touratech Windscreen spoiler R1150GS, or Boxer Design Draft Deflector can be used to “tune” wind flow.
MRA indicates that this windscreen is not available in the U.S. and Canada due to liability issues.
The factory windscreen for the R1150GSA is non-adjustable this windscreen but is larger, wider and has different contours than the factory R1150GS windscreen.
www3.sympatico.ca /jim-oneill/AdvRiderFAQ.htm   (1996 words)

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