temperature sensor
[/ˈtɛmpərətʃər ˈsɛnsər/]
nounpl: temperature sensors
sensor de temperatura
1. A device that detects and measures temperature changes in an environment or system and converts them into readable data or signals
The temperature sensor in the refrigerator automatically adjusts cooling when it detects rising warmth.
O sensor de temperatura da geladeira ajusta automaticamente o resfriamento quando detecta aumento de calor.
2. An electronic component used in industrial, automotive, medical, and consumer applications to monitor thermal conditions
Modern vehicles use multiple temperature sensors to optimize engine performance.
Veículos modernos utilizam múltiplos sensores de temperatura para otimizar o desempenho do motor.
The term 'sensor de temperatura' is universally understood in Portuguese-speaking countries, especially in Brazil where industrial automation and smart appliances are increasingly common. In Brazilian Portuguese, technical terminology tends to adopt English-origin words, making 'sensor' the preferred term over 'detetor'. This reflects Brazil's significant manufacturing and technology sectors where precision in technical communication is essential.
Related Idioms & Phrases
taking someone's temperature (figuratively: assessing a situation's mood or climate)
running a fever (related to temperature measurement context)
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