electric actuator

[ɪˈlɛktrɪk ˈæktʃueɪtər]
nounmasculinepl: electric actuators / atuadores elétricos
atuador elétrico
1. A device that converts electrical energy into mechanical motion or force to control or operate machinery, equipment, or systems
The electric actuator controls the valve position in the HVAC system.
O atuador elétrico controla a posição da válvula no sistema de HVAC.
2. An electromechanical component used in automation systems to regulate flow, position, or pressure in industrial applications
Modern manufacturing plants use electric actuators for precision control.
Plantas modernas de manufatura usam atuadores elétricos para controle de precisão.
3. A motorized device that moves or adjusts components in response to electrical signals
The electric actuator adjusted the damper to regulate airflow.
O atuador elétrico ajustou o amortecedor para regular o fluxo de ar.
Electric actuators are fundamental components in industrial automation, particularly important in Brazil's manufacturing, oil & gas, and renewable energy sectors. In Portuguese-speaking technical environments, the term 'atuador elétrico' is the standard nomenclature used in engineering specifications, manuals, and equipment documentation. This technology represents the shift toward automation and Industry 4.0 initiatives in both Brazilian and Portuguese markets.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
electric motormotorized actuatorelectromechanical actuatorsolenoid actuator
Antonyms / Antônimos
manual actuatorpneumatic actuatorhydraulic actuator

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
atuador elétrico
Standard technical term used across Brazil in industrial and engineering contexts
São Paulo
atuador elétrico / motor elétrico de controle
Common in manufacturing and automation hubs
Portugal
atuador elétrico / actuador elétrico
Both spellings accepted; technical term widely used in Portuguese engineering
Rio de Janeiro
atuador elétrico
Standard usage in industrial facilities and oil & gas sector

Related Words

automationservo motorcontrol systemmechanical actuationelectric valvestepper motor

Related Idioms & Phrases

to actuate a system
powered by an electric actuator
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