wire mechanism

[ˈwaɪər ˈmɛkənɪzəm]
nounpl: wire mechanisms
mecanismo de arame
1. A mechanical system or device that uses wires, cables, or metal strands to transmit force, motion, or control signals
The wire mechanism in the door handle allows smooth operation.
O mecanismo de arame na maçaneta da porta permite uma operação suave.
2. A system of interconnected wires used in machinery to achieve mechanical advantage or controlled movement
The bicycle's brake wire mechanism connects the lever to the brake pads.
O mecanismo de arame do freio da bicicleta conecta a alavanca aos pads de freio.
3. Technical apparatus employing tensioned wires or cables to regulate or transmit mechanical action
The aircraft's control surfaces use a sophisticated wire mechanism for pilot input.
As superfícies de controle da aeronave usam um mecanismo de arame sofisticado para entrada do piloto.
Wire mechanisms are fundamental in both Brazilian and American engineering traditions, particularly in automotive and aviation industries. The term is technical and widely recognized in industrial, mechanical, and DIY contexts. In Brazil, this technology is common in older vehicles and traditional machinery, while in the USA, it remains standard in high-performance applications like aviation and racing.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
cable mechanismwire-driven systemtensioning mechanismpull-wire system
Antonyms / Antônimos
hydraulic mechanismpneumatic mechanismelectronic mechanism

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
mecanismo de arame
Standard term used across Brazil for wire-based mechanical systems
São Paulo
mecanismo de cabo
Alternative term emphasizing cable usage in industrial contexts
Portugal
mecanismo de fio
Portuguese preference for 'fio' over 'arame' in technical contexts
Rio de Janeiro
sistema de puxador
Colloquial term emphasizing the pull-action nature in mechanical applications

Related Words

cablepulleytransmissionactuatorlinkagespring mechanism

Related Idioms & Phrases

pull the wires
get the wires crossed
keep the wires tight
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