stop control
[/stɑp kənˈtroʊl/]
nounpl: stop controls
controle de parada
1. A mechanism or system designed to regulate, manage, or halt the operation of machinery, equipment, or processes
The stop control on the printing press prevents paper jams.
O controle de parada na impressora previne travamentos de papel.
2. In cinema/film, a technique using stop-motion photography to create animation effects
The animator used stop control to create the special effects in the film.
O animador usou técnica de parada para criar os efeitos especiais no filme.
3. A regulatory device that prevents a machine from operating beyond a certain point or parameter
The elevator has a stop control to ensure safety at each floor.
O elevador possui um controle de parada para garantir segurança em cada andar.
This term is primarily used in technical and industrial contexts in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazilian Portuguese, it's commonly found in machinery operation manuals and safety documentation. The concept reflects the importance of workplace safety protocols in manufacturing and industrial sectors across both countries.
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