Friday, 10 May 2024, 6:37 AM
Site: IMI eLearning
Course: IMI eLearning (IMI eLearning)
Glossary: Automotive Glossary
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Shunt (Electrical)A parallel part of an electrical circuit. An example is the shunt windings of some starter motors. |
Side DraftA carburettor where the choke tube (venturi) is fitted horizontally. |
Side ThrustForces caused by cornering. |
Side-draught BoothA spray booth in which air movement is from the front to back. |
Side-toneViewing the repaired area from an angle just past the reflection of the light source. |
SiemensSiemens IT solutions and Services Ltd – Service provider for MOT Computerisation. |
Significant FiguresThe number of digits expressed in a measurement. Sig. fig. can appear before and/ or after the decimal point. |
Signposting Guidancewithin the specifications for the new AS levels A levels and GNVQs, opportunities for developing or producing evidence for assessment of key skills. |
Silencer (Muffler)A component in the exhaust system to absorb the gas shock waves and noise in order to reduce the emitted noise from a vehicle engine. Also known as a muffler.(US term). |
SiliconOne of many polymeric organic compounds of silicone with high resistance to cold, heat, water and passage of electricity. |