Automotive Glossary
Automotive Glossary
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AllenA name used to describe a hexagonal key. | |
AlloyA mixture of metals and other elements to form a metal with specific properties such as phosphor bronze used for bushes. | |
Alternative fuelA fuel used in vehicles that comes from a source other than petroleum, such as ethanol made from corn and biodiesel made from vegetable oil. | |
AlternatorAn electrical generator attached to and driven by a motor vehicle engine. | |
Alternator BrushesSoft carbon brushes that conduct electricity to the field windings via the slip rings. | |
AluminiumNon-ferrous metal used as a substrate or a pigment. | |
Aluminium OxideSharp and hard abrasive - used in dry-flatting Production papers | |
Ambient PressureAir pressure in the surrounding area. | |
Ambient TemperatureTemperature of the air surrounding an object. | |
AmmeterInstrument for measuring electrical current. | |