positioner
positioner · positioners
That which positionsThat which positions.
Translations
1 languagesMeaning
3 sensesAny mechanical device used to position something.
The part of a control valve used to control the opening or closing of the actuator based on electric, or pneumatic signals.
a device used to control the opening or closing of the actuator based on electric, or pneumatic signals.
That which positions.
Any mechanical device used to position something.
That which positions.
Origin
From position + -er.From position + -er.
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Forms
plural: positioners| Singular | positioner |
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Synonyms
1 synonymsClose in meaning
- (computer science) the actuator that moves a read/write head to the proper data track:rotary actuator
Word family
3 related wordsRelatedposition
See also
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