Friday, 3 May 2024, 12:52 AM
Site: IMI eLearning
Course: IMI eLearning (IMI eLearning)
Glossary: Automotive Glossary
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Infrared SensorA sensor that is sensitive and produces a signal in response to infrared light. |
IngestionTake in by swallowing or absorbing. |
InhalationBreathing in. |
InhibitTo hinder or to restrain progress. |
InhibitorA chemical added to retard or prevent a particular reaction. |
Inhibitor SwitchA simple switch that prevents the operation of a circuit. A good example is the switch in an automatic transmission gearbox that prevents operation of the starter motor when drive or reverse is engaged. |
InhibitorsA chemical that restricts or reduces the chemical reactions. In a cooling system an inhibitor is added to prevent corrosion of the engine from the ethylene glycol content of the antifreeze. |
Initial diagnostic assessmentThis is carried out to find a candidates strengths and weaknesses, current levels of attainment and potential. |
InitiatorA chemical added to help start a chemical reaction such as polymerization or curing. |
INJInjector valve. |