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Unicycle

2010-12-30T03:56:31Z

DavidJackson: first version

A '''unicycle''' is a variant of a [[bicycle]] with only a single wheel. They are far more unstable and are typically used in the [[circus]] or [[street theatre]] for entertainment purposes rather than as a viable method of transport.

Shower

2010-12-30T03:52:58Z

DavidJackson: First version

A '''shower''' can refer to both the act of using and the physical installation of a modern bathing method/device consisting of an overhead tap/faucet designed to give a continuous spray of water. Showers are generally considered to be cheaper and more hygenic than traditional bathing in a bath.

Top Gear

2010-12-30T03:49:38Z

DavidJackson: first version

'''Top Gear''' is a UK television series. Originally a rather conventional car review show, it was relaunched as a more comedic and over the top show in the early 2000s. Extremely popular in the UK, the appeal of the show tends to rely on the interplay between the three presenters Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May and bizarre stunts and challenges. The cars featured tend to be powerful sports and performance cars rather than affordable cars bought by ordinary people. The show has been criticised for emphasising power, speed and performance over safety, fuel economy and environmental concerns.

Fuse

2010-12-30T03:43:12Z

DavidJackson: first version

A '''fuse''' is an electrical safety device. It normally consists of a small cylinder containing wire. If current in excess of the fuse's rating passes through the fuse, it 'blows' shutting off power to the circuit. This prevents damage or fire caused by excessive current passing through wires or equipment such as might be caused by a short circuit.

Fuses are one shot devices - they have to be replaced. Early electrical circuits used fuse wire with a similar function, modern electrical circuits often use [[circuit breaker]]s instead which can be reset without requiring replacement.

Tank

2010-12-30T03:34:24Z

DavidJackson: mbt list

[[Image:tank1.jpg|thumb|250px|An [[M1 Abrams]] tank, one of the most advanced modern tanks]]
A '''tank''' is a large armored and (typically) tracked military vehicle, designed to engage enemy troops, vehicles and fortifications with direct fire. They were first invented during [[World War I]] by the [[British]]. They were a direct result of the advances in motorized transport. The tank was to be able to cross trenches, crush barbed wire, and were invulnerable to small arms and machine gun fire, although bombs and artillery fire could destroy or disable them. Armored cars had already seen use, but their somewhat limited combat ability persuaded Major Ernest Swinton to develop a tracked fighting vehicle. A committee was formed to oversee the project. The first tank created by this committee was a tank that was nicknamed Little Willie. This tank was tested by the British military in 1915 and was first called a landship. Because of the secretive nature of the project, the first tanks were shipped to the front in crates marked 'water carriers'. This later evolved into 'tank'. The [[France|French]] also developed a tank that was based off a Holt caterpillar. This tank was first used in 1917. Tanks eventually made trench warfare obsolete and would later become one of the best fighting machines on the planet.

The use of tanks in warfare was revolutionised by the Nazis in the opening years of the [[Second World War]]. [[Nazi]] [[Blitzkrieg]] tactics, using concentrated tank formations with air support, enabled the rapid conquest of [[France]] and the [[Low Countries]] in May-June 1940 and in 1941 helped the Nazis to reach the edge of [[Moscow]]. Ironically, the Nazis were using a military philosophy that had been devised by a [[British]] tactician, Major [[Basil Liddell-Hart]], but ignored by the [[British]] War Office. Tank warfare formed a crucial part of the conflict in [[North Africa]], and on the eastern front the [[Battle of Kursk]] in 1943 - the largest tank engagement ever fought - spelled the end of Nazi dreams of conquest in the USSR.

[[Image:tank2.gif|thumb|250px|A British [[Mark I tank]], the first tank to be used in warfare]]
Modern tanks combine speed, manouverability, armor and firepower to ensure maximum survavability on the battlefield. The combination has resulted in one of the most effective land weapon systems. Tanks remain vulnerable to airstrikes and helicopters, as well as other tanks, anti-tank missiles, heavy artillery and mines or other booby traps. A modern tank typically has a crew of four, a commander, a gunner, a loader and a driver. Tanks require considerable logistical support to operate effectively. Modern tanks typically mount a single 120mm gun with both armor piercing (for use against other tanks) and high explosive (for use against light vehicles, infantry and buildings) ammunition as well as one or more [[machine guns]]. Tank armor is strongest and thickest on the front of the tank, with lesser protection on the sides, rear, top and underneath. Armor has evolved from simple steel to advanced composite materials including "Chobham" armor and "reactive" armor (designed to explode and disrupt/destroy incoming projectiles). Research is underway into "active" defense systems that would destroy incoming projectiles before they could reach the tank itself.

The rise of effective infantry anti-tank weapons has since eroded the dominance the tank enjoyed during the middle of the 20th century. Unsupported Israeli armored units suffered heavy losses at the hands of Egyptian troops with modern [[ATGM]]s in the Sinai. It is now considered essential for tanks to be supported by infantry at all times.

Modern armies use the designation "Main Battle Tank" (MBT) for their primary tanks. Currently the following MBTs are in front line service with the following countries.

*[[USA]] - M1A2 Abrams
*[[UK]] - Challenger 2
*[[Germany]] - Leopard 2
*[[Russia]] - T80 / T90
*[[China]] - Type 96 / Type 99
*[[Israel]] - Merkava
*[[France]] - Leclerc

[[Category:Armored Fighting Vehicles]]

Bon Jovi

2010-12-30T03:25:38Z

DavidJackson: First version

'''Bon Jovi''' are an American [[hard rock]] band. Formed in 1983 in [[New Jersey]], Bon Jovi have had an extremely successful career, selling in excess of 130 million albums world wide. They have suffered only one major line up change when original bass player Alex John Such left the band in 1994.

The band consist of:-

*John Bon Jovi - Lead Vocals, guitars.
*Richie Sambora - Lead guitar, backing vocals.
*David Bryan - Keyboards, backing vocals.
*Tico Torres - Drums.

*Hugh McDonald - Bass guitar, backing vocals

McDonald is considered an "unofficial" member of the band.

Tank

2010-12-30T03:13:08Z

DavidJackson: armour & defense

[[Image:tank1.jpg|thumb|250px|An [[M1 Abrams]] tank, one of the most advanced modern tanks]]
A '''Tank''' is a large armoured and (typically) tracked military vehicle, designed to engage enemy troops, vehicles and fortifications with direct fire. They were first invented during [[World War I]] by the [[British]]. They were a direct result of the advances in motorized transport. The tank was to be able to cross trenches, crush barbed wire, and were invulnerable to small arms and machine gun fire, although bombs and artillery fire could destroy or disable them. Armored cars had already seen use, but their somewhat limited combat ability persuaded Major Ernest Swinton to develop a tracked fighting vehicle. A committee was formed to oversee the project. The first tank created by this committee was a tank that was nicknamed Little Willie. This tank was tested by the British military in 1915 and was first called a landship. Because of the secretive nature of the project, the first tanks were shipped to the front in crates marked 'water carriers'. This later evolved into 'tank'. The French also developed a tank that was based off a Holt caterpillar. This tank was first used in 1917. Tanks eventually made trench warfare obsolete and would later become one of the best fighting machines on the planet.

The use of tanks in warfare was revolutionised by the Nazis in the opening years of the [[Second World War]]. [[Nazi]] [[Blitzkrieg]] tactics, using concentrated tank formations with air support, enabled the rapid conquest of [[France]] and the [[Low Countries]] in May-June 1940 and in 1941 helped the Nazis to reach the edge of [[Moscow]]. Ironically, the Nazis were using a military philosophy that had been devised by a [[British]] tactician, Major [[Basil Liddell-Hart]], but ignored by the [[British]] War Office. Tank warfare formed a crucial part of the conflict in [[North Africa]], and on the eastern front the [[Battle of Kursk]] in 1943 - the largest tank engagement ever fought - spelled the end of Nazi dreams of conquest in the USSR.

[[Image:tank2.gif|thumb|250px|A British [[Mark I tank]], the first tank to be used in warfare]]
Modern tanks combine speed, manouverability, armour and firepower to ensure maximum survavability on the battlefield. The combination has resulted in one of the most effective land weapon systems. Tanks remain vulnerable to airstrikes and helicopters, as well as other tanks, anti-tank missiles, heavy artillery and mines or other booby traps. A modern tank typically has a crew of four, a commander, a gunner, a loader and a driver. Tanks require considerable logistical support to operate effectively. Modern tanks typically mount a single 120mm gun with both armour piercing (for use against other tanks) and high explosive (for use against light vehicles, infantry and buildings) ammunition as well as one or more [[machine guns]]. Tank armour is strongest and thickest on the front of the tank, with lesser protection on the sides, rear, top and underneath. Armour has evolved from simple steel to advanced composite materials including "Chobham" armour and "reactive" armour (designed to explode and disrupt/destroy incoming projectiles). Research is underway into "active" defense systems that would destroy incoming projectiles before they could reach the tank itself.

The rise of effective infantry anti-tank weapons has since eroded the dominance the tank enjoyed during the middle of the 20th century. Unsupported Israeli armored units suffered heavy losses at the hands of Egyptian troops with modern [[ATGM]]s in the Sinai. It is now considered essential for tanks to be supported by infantry at all times.

[[Category:Armored Fighting Vehicles]]