Tuesday, 16 April 2024, 1:30 PM
Site: IMI eLearning
Course: IMI eLearning (IMI eLearning)
Glossary: Automotive Glossary
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Anti-knockUsually used to refer to an additive that is added to fuel, which makes the burning process more controllable, resulting in reduced tendency to knock. |
Anti-roll BarsSuspension component that reduces vehicle roll. |
Anti-skinning AgentsChemicals added to a paint to help prevent the formation of a surface film during storage. |
Anti-trap FunctionFacility to prevent electric windows closing and trapping something - your fingers for example! See also Bounce Back. |
AntifreezeAdditive put in the cooling system to prevent freezing. |
AntimonyA metal, which is added to lead, to improve its mechanical strength. Batteries were traditionally constructed with lead-antimony. |
Antivirus SoftwareA software package that prevents computer viruses from damaging or destroying the system. |
ApplicationAnother name for a computer program such as Microsoft Word. |
Applied SolidsSolids that remain on the substrate being coated or painted. |
APSAbsolute Pressure Sensor |