Electrical Components Glossary

noun a mechanical component used to reduce friction and wear between two moving parts

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• The engineer recommended replacing the worn-out bushing in the machinery.
• I need to buy a new bushing for my skateboard trucks.
• Hey, can you pass me that bushing over there?
• The mentor acted as a guiding bushing for the young entrepreneur, providing support and direction.

noun a person or thing that does not resist or oppose

adjective describing something that does not resist or oppose

• The material used in the circuit is nonresistive, allowing for efficient flow of electricity.
• I prefer using nonresistive wires for my electronics projects as they work better.
• These nonresistive cables are top-notch for fast charging!
• Her nonresistive attitude towards change helped her adapt easily to new situations.

noun a container or device that holds something

adjective describing a receptacle

• The laboratory technician carefully poured the liquid into the receptacle.
• Can you pass me the receptacle so I can put my drink in it?
• I found a cool receptacle to store my stash in.
• Her mind was like a receptacle, ready to absorb new knowledge.

noun A coil of wire usually in the form of a helix, used to produce a magnetic field when carrying an electric current.

• The solenoid is an electromechanical device used to convert electrical energy into linear motion.
• I had to replace the solenoid in my car because it was causing starting issues.
• I need to get my hands on a new solenoid for my ride.
• The solenoid acted like a gatekeeper, controlling the flow of energy in the system.