Actuator Definition

ăkcho͝o-ātər
actuators
noun
One that activates, especially a device responsible for actuating a mechanical device, such as one connected to a computer by a sensor link.
American Heritage

Something that actuates something else, especially a mechanism that causes a device to be switched on or off.

Wiktionary

(computing) The mechanism that moves the head assembly on a disk drive.

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(electrical) A relay that controls the flow of electricity.

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Other Word Forms of Actuator

Noun

Singular:
actuator
Plural:
actuators

Actuator Sentence Examples

  • A stator vane actuator is an integral part of the HMU.

  • Madabhushi, S.P.G., Schofield, A.N., Lesley, S. A new stored angular momentum (SAM) based earthquake actuator.

  • The piezoelectric actuator can generate the bending moment to suppress unwanted flexural vibration induced by a sudden rotation of the motor hub.

  • Inlet guide vanes -- devices positioned by the inlet guide vane actuator pilot valve.

  • The lip of the metal drink container fits into the container guide, causing the on/off actuator to become engaged which turns the mixer automatically turns on.

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