Saturday, 27 April 2024, 1:09 AM
Site: IMI eLearning
Course: IMI eLearning (IMI eLearning)
Glossary: Automotive Glossary
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GearshiftThe mechanism for selecting gears in the transmission. Consists of the driver's gear lever, the linkage to the transmission gearbox, and the selectors in the gearbox. |
GEMGovernor Electronic Module. |
GENGenerator. |
GeneratorMachine for converting mechanical energy into electrical energy. |
GenericA common type or something that is used for a variety of tasks. |
Gerotor PumpA type of positive displacement oil pump that uses two gears on eccentric axes. One gear is on a shaft inside another rotating in the housing. The pumping and carrying chambers are formed between the gear teeth. |
GlareReflection from the sun or a light onto the computer screen making it difficult to see properly. |
GlazeA polish that is safe for use on fresh paints. Some glazes contain a mild abrasive that will remove minor surface imperfections. When a glaze with an abrasive is used, it should be followed by application of wax on cured paint or a hand glaze on fresh paint. A glaze also does not contain silicone. |
GlazierPerson who works with glass. |
GlossThe ability of a surface to reflect light. Measured by determining the percentage of light reflected from a surface at certain angles. |