Английский язык. Арланова Т.Л - 28 стр.

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1. Some cars are fitted with a security device which makes the engine
immobile.
2. In areas where the power supply fluctuates, for sensitive equipment a
device to make the voltage stable is required.
3. Manufacturers seek to keep costs to a minimum and profits to a maximum.
4. Most companies have installed computers to control their production line.
5. Companies may make their operation more rational by reducing the variety
products they make.
Exercise 9. Translate the sentences paying attention to the function of the
ing – forms.
1. The experiment that is being conducted is thought of as being highly
promising.
2. The process consists of uniting two elemental gases with following
reaction proceeding at high rate.
3. Air cooling instead of water cooling can also reduce the weight of the
engine.
4. They were reported to have been seen leaving the station.
5. Many flying balloons are reported to have been observed in the air.
6. Having overcome all the difficulties on the way of improving the
performances of the engine, the engineers believe it to replace the old one.
7. Having been provided with all the necessary materials, they could
continue experimenting.
8. Taking his seat, he looked at his watch.
9. On entering the room he saw Nina sitting at the table.
10. Everybody likes being praised.
11. It was proposed to use this invention in the device being developed.
Exercise 10. Describing a process: sequence and location
The statements below describe the distribution of power from power station
to consumer. Put the statements in the correct order with the help of the
diagram. The first one has been done for you.
A It is fed to distribution substations.
B It is stepped up by a transformer to high voltages for long-distance
distribution.
C It is distributed via the grid to supply points.
D It is distributed to the domestic consumer.
E Electricity is generated at the power station at 25 kV.
F It passes via the switching compound to the grid.
G It is distributed via overhead or underground cables to intermediate
substations.
Exercise 11. Mark the sequence of stages using appropriate sequence
words where you think this is helpful. Add the following information to your
statements and make them into a text.