inlet surface
[ˈɪn.lɛt ˈsɜr.fɪs]
nounpl: inlet surfaces
superfície de entrada
1. The surface area through which fluid or air enters a system, engine, or device
The inlet surface of the turbine was designed to minimize turbulence.
A superfície de entrada da turbina foi projetada para minimizar a turbulência.
2. In aerospace engineering, the outer facing surface of an air intake
The inlet surface temperature increased during high-speed flight.
A temperatura da superfície de entrada aumentou durante o voo de alta velocidade.
3. In automotive engineering, the surface area of an intake manifold or air filter housing
Engine performance depends on a clean inlet surface.
O desempenho do motor depende de uma superfície de entrada limpa.
This term is primarily used in technical and engineering contexts in both Brazil and the USA. It is standard vocabulary in automotive, aerospace, and mechanical engineering fields. The term is more commonly encountered in technical documentation, engineering specifications, and industrial discussions rather than in everyday conversation.
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