Automotive Technology

noun a system or process for controlling the temperature, humidity, cleanliness, and circulation of air in a specific area

• The office building is equipped with a state-of-the-art air conditioning system.
• I can't stand the heat, let's turn on the air condition.
• It's so hot in here, we need to crank up the AC.
• His calm demeanor acted like an air condition in the tense situation.

noun a material such as coal, gas, oil, or wood that is burned to produce heat or power

verb to supply or power with fuel

• The airline company uses jet fuel to power their airplanes.
• Make sure to fill up the car with fuel before we hit the road.
• I need to grab some gas to fuel up the car.
• Positive feedback can fuel motivation in the workplace.

noun a device that converts electrical signals into sound, typically as part of a public address system

• The lecturer used a loudspeaker to ensure everyone could hear her presentation clearly.
• Can you turn up the volume on the loudspeaker? It's hard to hear.
• The DJ cranked up the loudspeaker and the party really got going.
• His voice boomed through the room like a loudspeaker, commanding everyone's attention.

noun a rare silvery-white metal resembling platinum

• The price of palladium has been steadily increasing due to high demand in the automotive industry.
• I heard that palladium is used in catalytic converters for cars.
• Palladium is like gold for cars, man.
• His words were like palladium, rare and precious in their impact.

noun a type of firearm that can fire continuously with a single pull of the trigger

adjective partially automatic

• The military uses semiautomatic weapons for combat missions.
• My brother's new rifle is semiautomatic, it's pretty cool.
• I heard that gang member got caught with a semiautomatic piece.
• Her mind works like a semiautomatic machine, constantly firing off ideas.

noun a type of drum typically used in African and Native American music

• The musician used a tom tom drum to keep the rhythm during the performance.
• I couldn't find my way without the tom tom GPS in my car.
• Let's hit up the tom tom for some directions.
• Her heart beat like a tom tom drum during the intense scene in the movie.

noun a set of colored lights, typically red, yellow, and green, used to control the flow of traffic at intersections

• The traffic light turned red, indicating that we needed to stop.
• Hey, did you see that traffic light change to green?
• I gunned it as soon as the traffic light turned yellow.
• The traffic light of opportunity finally turned green for me.

noun A device that is used to change the direction of current in an electric motor.

• The commutator in the electric motor helps to reverse the direction of current flow.
• Make sure to check the commutator in the motor for any signs of wear and tear.
• I heard that the commutator in that old car is shot, causing it to have trouble starting.
• In life, the commutator represents the ability to change course and reverse decisions when necessary.

adjective relating to or characterized by inertia, especially a tendency to remain in a fixed position or state

• Inertial navigation systems are used in aircraft to determine position and orientation.
• The inertial sensors in my phone help track my steps and movements.
• I can't believe how accurate the inertial control on this drone is!
• His inertial mindset prevented him from adapting to new ideas.

noun a device that measures acceleration, typically in three axes, used in smartphones, vehicles, and other electronic devices

• The accelerometer in the smartphone measures the device's orientation and movement.
• My fitness tracker uses an accelerometer to track my steps and activity.
• The new smartwatch has a cool accelerometer feature that counts your jumps.
• Her emotions were like an accelerometer, constantly shifting and fluctuating.

noun a person who competes in races using satellite navigation technology

• The sat-nav racer relied on the GPS system to navigate through the city streets.
• The sat-nav racer easily found their way to the party using the GPS.
• The sat-nav racer cruised around town with no worries thanks to the GPS.
• She was like a sat-nav racer, always knowing the right direction to take in life.

noun A type of battery that is commonly used in small electronic devices such as remote controls, flashlights, and toys. It is named for its size, which is smaller than AA and larger than AAAA batteries.

• The AAA cell is a common type of battery used in various electronic devices.
• I need to replace the AAA cell in my remote control.
• Don't forget to grab some AAA cells for the flashlight.
• The AAA cell of the team, he always comes through in clutch moments.

noun a word that refers to a scientific instrument or device, such as 'absorption dynamometer'

• The absorption dynamometer is commonly used in automotive testing to measure the power output of an engine.
• They hooked up the absorption dynamometer to the car to see how much horsepower it was putting out.
• The mechanic used the dyno to test the engine on the absorption dynamometer.
• Her mind was like an absorption dynamometer, constantly measuring and analyzing information.

noun An abbreviation for 'Access Control Center', a centralized location for managing access to a system or facility

• The ACC (Area Control Center) is responsible for managing air traffic in a specific region.
• I need to call the ACC to get the latest weather updates for our flight.
• I heard the ACC is really backed up today, so expect delays.
• His ability to juggle multiple tasks at once is like an ACC controller managing multiple planes in the sky.

noun A type of suspension system used in vehicles that uses electronic controls to adjust and adapt to road conditions

adjective Describing the type of suspension system being used in the vehicle

• The new luxury car model is equipped with an advanced active suspension system for a smoother ride.
• My friend's car has this cool active suspension that makes driving over bumps feel like nothing.
• Dude, that car's active suspension is next level - it's like riding on a cloud!
• Having an active suspension mindset can help you navigate through life's ups and downs with ease.

adjective describing something that has been cooled again after an initial cooling process

• The engine was equipped with an aftercooled system to improve its performance.
• The car has an aftercooled engine which helps it run smoothly.
• My buddy just got a new ride with an aftercooled setup under the hood.
• Her aftercooled demeanor kept her calm and collected in stressful situations.