Kant’s Philosophy: Reason, Ethics, and Transcendental Idealism
Kant’s Metaphysical Foundations and Critique of Reason
The fundamental text part of Kant’s metaphysics deals with the fundamentals outlined in the critique of reason. He explores the practical use of reason to determine its powers and limits. He names his philosophy “Transcendental Idealism” because it synthesizes empiricism and rationalism. In his theoretical analysis, he questions whether metaphysics is possible, responding by studying scientific laws. Knowledge consists of “synthetic a priori
Read MoreTransmission and Braking Systems: Components and Diagnostics
Transmission
Ejes de la transmisión, piñones, constitución de la carcasa: árboles desplazables, sincronizadores, acromateriales, piñones de carbono de extrema dureza. La forma de la carcasa puede ser de hierro fundido gris o aluminio. Engranajes helicoidales, más silenciosos y con mayor superficie de contacto. Marchas rectas, cambios de tasa de cashback simplificados. La caja de cambios de dirección usada es un conjunto integral.
En un sistema de tracción simple, el motor y el engranaje de
Read MoreInternational Trade: Concepts and Mechanisms
International Trade:
International trade is necessary because it justifies the obtention of goods not available in a country. Its origin is due to the following factors:
- Production costs: These depend on production factors, such as technology and labor, which decisively influence the price of goods and services.
- Demand: International trade is fostered because it is difficult for one country to produce everything necessary to satisfy its inhabitants’ needs. Each country’s production may not meet national
Spanish Civil War: Causes, Uprising, and International Impact
The Spanish Civil War (1936-1939)
Causes and Military Uprising
a. Causes of the War
The primary causes stemmed from the conflict between oligarchic groups fearing a proletarian revolution and a democratic revolution. Other factors included social disorder, anarchy, defense of religion, and resistance to change and loss of privileges. Large landowners, military leaders, the clergy, and financial elites opposed the perceived threat of communism and anarchy. The military uprising was led by conservative
Read MoreHabsburg Spain: Decline, Conflicts, and Bourbon Reforms
The Baroque Era in Habsburg Spain
During the reign of the Habsburg minors in Spain, the validos, or favorites, were powerful figures. These individuals, members of the aristocracy, enjoyed the monarch’s complete trust. While the monarch was still the head of state, the validos often made key decisions and governed the institutional system. Instead of relying on traditional advisory bodies, they created their own factions. This new system led to increased corruption. Key validos included the Duke
Read MoreLiquids and Solutions: Properties, Characteristics, and Behavior
Liquids and Solutions
Liquids:
Liquids are substances found in a fluid state, where molecules, atoms, or particles are linked. They can move freely within the solution but cannot escape it. Key characteristics include:
- Intermolecular attraction forces are strong enough to keep molecules close to each other.
- Liquids are denser and less compressible than gases.
- Liquids have a definite volume independent of the shape and size of the container.
- Attractive forces are not strong enough to keep molecules in