grounded thread
[/ˈɡraʊndɪd θrɛd/]
nounpl: grounded threads
fio aterrado
1. A conductive wire or thread that is connected to an electrical ground to provide a safe path for electrical current and prevent electrical shock or damage
The technician installed a grounded thread in the circuit to ensure safety.
O técnico instalou um fio aterrado no circuito para garantir a segurança.
2. In textile or embroidery contexts, a metallic thread that has been treated or processed to conduct electricity safely
The designer used a grounded thread in the conductive embroidery project.
O designer usou um fio aterrado no projeto de bordado condutor.
The term 'grounded thread' is primarily technical and used in electrical engineering, construction, and textile manufacturing. In Brazil, electrical safety standards are regulated by ABNT (Associação Brasileira de Normas Técnicas), which specifies requirements for grounded conductors. The concept is crucial for workplace safety and building codes in both the USA and Brazil.
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