intake surface

[ˈɪnteɪk ˈsɜːrfɪs]
nounpl: intake surfaces
superfície de admissão
1. The outer surface or area through which a fluid, gas, or material enters a system, device, or machine
The intake surface of the air filter must be kept clean to ensure proper engine performance.
A superfície de admissão do filtro de ar deve ser mantida limpa para garantir o desempenho adequado do motor.
2. In engineering and fluid dynamics, the boundary or interface where fluid enters a system or component
The intake surface area determines the maximum flow rate of the pump.
A área da superfície de admissão determina a vazão máxima da bomba.
3. In environmental contexts, the surface area where water is drawn into a treatment or distribution system
The intake surface of the water treatment facility was affected by sediment buildup.
A superfície de admissão da estação de tratamento de água foi afetada pelo acúmulo de sedimentos.
This is a technical term widely used in Brazilian and Portuguese engineering industries, particularly in automotive, hydraulic, and water management sectors. In Brazil, technical professionals and engineers commonly use 'superfície de admissão' in specifications and maintenance manuals. The term is standardized across Latin American countries and follows international engineering nomenclature.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
inlet surfaceentry surfaceadmission surfaceinflow surfacesuction surface
Antonyms / Antônimos
discharge surfaceoutlet surfaceexhaust surfaceexit surface

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
superfície de admissão
Most common technical term used in engineering and mechanical contexts
Brazil - Automotive
superfície de entrada
Alternative term used in automotive engineering specifications
Brazil - Hydraulics
superfície de sucção
Preferred term in hydraulic and pump systems
Portugal
superfície de admissão
Same terminology as Brazilian Portuguese in technical documentation

Related Words

intake valveintake manifoldintake portintake ductsuction intakeair intake

Related Idioms & Phrases

clean the intake surface
maximize intake surface area
prevent intake surface blockage
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