Wednesday, 24 April 2024, 9:04 AM
Site: IMI eLearning
Course: IMI eLearning (IMI eLearning)
Glossary: Automotive Glossary
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Reaction MemberThe held component of an epicyclic gear train that produces the specific gear ratio when held. |
ReactorPart of a fluid flywheel that reacts to the movement of fluid. |
Ready-To-SprayDescribes paint which has been properly mixed with all necessary components and is ready to apply to the substrate. A variation is 'Ready-for-Use' (RFU) which refers to material that is purchased ready to apply straight from the container. |
ReamedAccurate cutting of a hole using a reamer. |
ReboreRecutting of a cylinder bore to an oversize dimension to remove wear and or damage. The cylinder is then fitted with oversize pistons. |
ReboundSuspension movement following compression of the spring when the energy of impact is released. |
ReceiverDevice used to receive or pick up radio signals or similar. |
Receiver/DrierPart of an air conditioning system in the high pressure side between the condenser and expansion valve that acts as a reservoir and as a filter and drier for the refrigerant. |
RecessAn undercut area in a component usually machined to give access for a fixing or another component. |
RechargingPutting back the electricity taken from a battery. |