pneumatic control system
[njuːˈmætɪk kənˈtroʊl ˈsɪstəm]
nounpl: pneumatic control systems
sistema de controle pneumático
1. An automated system that uses compressed air or gas to operate mechanical devices for controlling industrial processes, machinery, or equipment
The factory installed a pneumatic control system to regulate the pressure in the manufacturing line.
A fábrica instalou um sistema de controle pneumático para regular a pressão na linha de manufatura.
2. A network of components including compressors, valves, actuators, and sensors powered by pressurized air to automate control functions
Modern pneumatic control systems are more energy-efficient than older hydraulic alternatives.
Os sistemas de controle pneumático modernos são mais eficientes em energia do que as alternativas hidráulicas antigas.
3. Technology used in automation and robotics where compressed air drives mechanical movements and adjustments
The robotic arm uses a pneumatic control system for precise and repeatable movements.
O braço robótico usa um sistema de controle pneumático para movimentos precisos e repetíveis.
Pneumatic control systems are fundamental to Brazilian industrial infrastructure, particularly in automotive manufacturing centers like São Paulo and Minas Gerais. The terminology is highly standardized in technical and engineering communities across both Brazil and Portugal. In industrial settings, these systems are preferred for their cost-effectiveness, safety, and reliability compared to hydraulic or electrical alternatives.
Related Idioms & Phrases
under pressure (metaphorical usage related to compressed air systems)
keeping things running smoothly (referring to well-maintained pneumatic systems)
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