The Secret Life of Components
Coinciding with the release of the remastered original episodes of The Secret Life Of Machines, Tim Hunkin began a self-produced spiritual successor called The Secret Life of Components. It explores some of the individual parts that so often make up the appliances and machines that were the focus of the original series. The weekly episodes included what Hunkin has learned through his experience with the component, along with many models for demonstration and examples from his amusement machines and other works.
Cast: Tim Hunkin
8 episodes
1. Chain and BeltsExplores chains and belts, including demonstrations of different types of roller chain, round and toothed beltsCC47minMar 3, 2021
2. LEDsLED history, brightness and color, use in diorama, addressable LED strips, and power LEDs for home lightingCC43minMar 10, 2021
3. HingesAn overview of different types of hinges and their usage around the home and in machinery.CC50minMar 17, 2021
4. SwitchesAn overview on how electrical switches work, and how to use microswitches for sensing and power switching in projects.CC32minMar 25, 2021
5. SpringsExplores springs, their manufacture, properties, and several different types of springs with their use casesCC42minApr 1, 2021
6. ConnectorsA wide variety of connectors are shown and their operation explained, including their benefits, drawbacks and how they may be used in equipmentCC45minApr 8, 2021
7. GlueExplores different types of glue, their properties and usesCC50minApr 15, 2021
8. BearingsA wide variety of bearings, bushes, and races are explained with their uses and properties including materials and lubricationCC44minApr 22, 2021
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The Secret Life of Components
Coinciding with the release of the remastered original episodes of The Secret Life Of Machines, Tim Hunkin began a self-produced spiritual successor called The Secret Life of Components. It explores some of the individual parts that so often make up the appliances and machines that were the focus of the original series. The weekly episodes included what Hunkin has learned through his experience with the component, along with many models for demonstration and examples from his amusement machines and other works.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Tim Hunkin
- Cast
- Tim Hunkin
Maturity rating
Not yet rated.
Audio languages
English
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