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What happens when trains experience mechanical issues? Here's what travelers should know

Taking the train is a fantastic way to travel and a great way to minimize your carbon footprint. They're a more eco-friendly method of transportation than airplanes and automobiles. Plus, they can ...
New York Post

Hudson River helicopter crash investigators will probe pilot’s experience, possible mechanical failure involving ‘Jesus nut’: sources

Investigators probing the deadly Hudson River helicopter crash will zero in on everything from the possible mechanical failure of the craft’s “Jesus nut’’ to a potential drone collision or even ...
Aviation Week

Despite Good Upkeep, Mechanical Failures Still Happen, Part 1

The failure of this engine occurred during an oceanic flight from Sydney to Signapore. Engine vibrations increased beyond the normal operating level and the flight crew elected to shut down the engine ...
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Ballard Bridge shut down after mechanical failure, no timeline for reopening

The Seattle Department of Transportation says the Ballard Bridge is closed to vehicles because of mechanical problems, with no estimate for when it will reopen. Drivers are being asked to use ...
Machine Design

8 Common Reasons Causing Gear Failure

The causes of gear failure are diverse yet preventable—even tooth degradation and lubrication contamination. Following these ...
WMUR

State investigators looking into recent mechanical failures on New Hampshire ski lifts

MANUFACTURERS TO FIGURE OUT EXACTLY WHAT WENT WRONG. ARE YOU OKAY? SKIERS 20FT TO THE GROUND AFTER THE CHAIR ON THE FLYING BEAR LIFT AT ATTITASH. DETACHED FROM THE STEEL CABLE. RIDERS AT CANAAN ...
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Mathers Bridge closed to boating traffic after mechanical, electrical failures, Brevard officials say

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. – Mathers Bridge in Brevard County is temporarily closed to boating traffic after mechanical and electrical failures that happened on Saturday, according to a news release. County ...