electromechanical

adjective

elec·​tro·​me·​chan·​i·​cal i-ˌlek-trō-mə-ˈka-ni-kəl How to pronounce electromechanical (audio)
: of, relating to, or being a mechanical process or device actuated or controlled electrically
especially : being a transducer for converting electrical energy to mechanical energy
electromechanically adverb

Examples of electromechanical in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Inside, the model houses the electromechanical caliber 1210. Cait Bazemore, Robb Report, 23 Feb. 2024 As far as education requirements go for the hourly jobs, electromechanical technicians must have a high school diploma or GED, just like a utilities technician. The Arizona Republic, 25 Jan. 2024 Enlarge / Audi now uses a 48 V electromechanical stabilizer bar in the suspension that can react within milliseconds. Jonathan M. Gitlin, Ars Technica, 31 May 2023 New product launches increased the availability of electromechanical components and a more stable supply chain and macroeconomic environment relative to the significant volatility experienced last year. Joe Cornell, Forbes, 15 Feb. 2024 As the vehicle hustled down a tight, twisty mountain road just outside of Prescott, Arizona, the four-wheel steering made the XM feel eager to change direction and dive into corners, while the standard 48 V electromechanical anti-roll system kept body motions in check. Bradley Iger, Ars Technica, 21 Mar. 2023 The company expects to deliver between 30 and 50 crafts by the end of next year, with the electromechanical R&D and assembly done in Alameda, Calif. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 28 Oct. 2023 Before retiring, Perryman worked on electromechanical systems during a 24-year Navy career, then went on to work as a software engineer for Northrop Grumman. Lauren J. Mapp, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Oct. 2023 Some seventy per cent of the company’s business was partnering with real-estate developers, equipping units with its electromechanical razzmatazz. Patricia Marx, The New Yorker, 4 Sep. 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

1814, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of electromechanical was in 1814

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“Electromechanical.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/electromechanical. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

electromechanical

adjective
elec·​tro·​me·​chan·​i·​cal i-ˌlek-trō-mə-ˈkan-i-kəl How to pronounce electromechanical (audio)
: of, relating to, or being a mechanical process or device put into motion or controlled electrically
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