air-driven device
[ɛr ˈdrɪvən dɪˈvaɪs]
nounpl: air-driven devices
dispositivo acionado por ar / equipamento pneumático
1. A machine or tool powered by compressed air or air pressure rather than electricity or manual force
The nail gun is an air-driven device commonly used in construction.
A pistola de pregos é um dispositivo acionado por ar comumente usado na construção.
2. Any mechanical apparatus that operates through pneumatic energy transfer
Air-driven devices are preferred in environments where electrical sparks could be hazardous.
Dispositivos acionados por ar são preferidos em ambientes onde centelhas elétricas poderiam ser perigosas.
Air-driven devices are extensively used in Brazilian construction and industrial sectors due to their safety advantages in explosive environments and their cost-effectiveness. In the USA, pneumatic tools are common in manufacturing, automotive, and construction industries. Both cultures value these tools for their durability and efficiency in high-demand work environments.
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