Hypernym

valve 3

noun

control consisting of a mechanical device for controlling the flow of a fluid

Part_meronym

hydraulic cylinder 1

noun

A Hydraulic cylinder (also called a linear hydraulic motor) is a mechanical actuator that is used to give a unidirectional force through a unidirectional stroke.

pneumatic cylinder 1

noun

a mechanical device which uses the power of compressed gas to produce a force in a reciprocating linear motion.

positioner 2

noun

a device used to control the opening or closing of the actuator based on electric, or pneumatic signals.

control valve 1

noundomain: artefact

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English

Definition

a valve used to control conditions such as flow, pressure, temperature, and liquid level by fully or partially opening or closing in response to signals received from controllers.

Examples

1.The opening or closing of control valves is usually done automatically by electrical, hydraulic or pneumatic actuators.

Part_holonym

hydraulic cylinder 1

noun

A Hydraulic cylinder (also called a linear hydraulic motor) is a mechanical actuator that is used to give a unidirectional force through a unidirectional stroke.

pneumatic cylinder 1

noun

a mechanical device which uses the power of compressed gas to produce a force in a reciprocating linear motion.

positioner 2

noun

a device used to control the opening or closing of the actuator based on electric, or pneumatic signals.

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