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Why Do Fuel Tanker Trucks Have Chains Hanging From the Back? The Hidden Safety Feature Explained

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depending on the truck, regulations, and design. Modern grounding systems are far more important for controlling electrical hazards.

So, the next time you see a tanker truck with a chain hanging near the rear, remember that it is related to an important engineering challenge: controlling static electricity around flammable materials. What looks like continue reading …

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