Automotive Glossary
Automotive Glossary
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InterlockPart of a manual gearbox selector mechanism that prevents the engagement of two gears at the same time. | |
Intermediate GearAny gear in a transmission gearbox other than top and bottom or reverse. | |
Intermediate ShaftA shaft between the input and output shafts, usually as part of a gearbox. | |
Internal CombustionEngine where fuel is burnt inside cylinders. | |
Internal CustomerOne inside of an organisation. | |
Internal DampingA feature of some suspension components where friction tends to reduce oscillations. | |
Internal ResistanceDescribes the resistance of a component that is the combination of all its internal parts. Even a battery has some resistance inside it. | |
Internal SplinesSplines (teeth) inside a shaft or tube. | |
Internal TaperA hole that narrows. | |
Internal verificationThe process whereby a centre ensures it operates consistently and to national standards in interpreting and assessing the key skills. | |